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Science Is Open Software

162 points · 75 comments · jegp

  1. jegp · · focus · HN ↗
    TL;DR I claim that modern science is synonymous with open source software. This post explains why, why it matters, and what you can (and should) do next.
    1. gradus_ad · · focus · HN ↗
      What's the equivalent of closed source?
      1. jegp · · focus · HN ↗
        Equivalent? In the analogy of the math or physics results it would be a mental model in someone's brain that you can't access or verify. You just hope it's true
        1. IanCal · · focus · HN ↗
          Open source is much more than source available though. Its about licensing.
        2. altmanaltman · · focus · HN ↗
          But that doesn't map to software at all right?
          1. jegp · · focus · HN ↗
            I think the idea does: the point is that closed-source software isn't useful for anyone else than the (copyright)owner. In scientific standards, that is. Similar to esoteric and cryptic theories that resist accessible explanations.
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