Abstract
In this study, we conceptualize an open source community as a constellation of dynamic, multiple and heterogeneous informal knowledge networks. Generative artifact, open source software in our context, is embedded in multiple knowledge networks. Therefore, generative diffusion of innovation will be affected by these networks. We identify two types of knowledge networks, developer-project network and developer-developer network, which a developer can simultaneously belongs to. We argue that the two networks emphasized on different types of knowledge transfer, and have different effects on the generative diffusion of innovation. We propose our hypotheses and methodology to test our hypotheses. We also discuss future plan and expected contributions.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Title of host publication | 35th International Conference on Information Systems "Building a Better World Through Information Systems", ICIS 2014 |
| Publisher | Association for Information Systems |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781634396943 |
| State | Published - 2014 |
| Event | 35th International Conference on Information Systems: Building a Better World Through Information Systems, ICIS 2014 - Auckland, New Zealand Duration: Dec 14 2014 → Dec 17 2014 |
Other
| Other | 35th International Conference on Information Systems: Building a Better World Through Information Systems, ICIS 2014 |
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| Country/Territory | New Zealand |
| City | Auckland |
| Period | 12/14/14 → 12/17/14 |
Keywords
- Diffusion of innovation
- Knowledge network
- Open source software
- Perspective making
- Perspective taking
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Information Systems
- Computer Science Applications