Leading the Django Software Foundation and Building Open Source with Thibaud Colas

In this conversation from DjangoCon US 2025, Thibaud Colas, President of the Django Software Foundation and Product Lead for Wagtail, shares his journey into the Django community and the responsibilities of leading one of the world's largest open-source web frameworks.

Thibaud discusses the importance of community, sustainability, accessibility, and the role of the Django Software Foundation in supporting the project's long-term success. He also shares advice for new contributors looking to get involved, reflects on attending Django events around the world, and highlights the growth of the Wagtail ecosystem.

Whether you're interested in open-source leadership, Django governance, or contributing to the community, this conversation offers valuable insights into the people helping shape Django's future.

Recorded at DjangoCon US 2025 in Chicago.

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