True Open Source, True Freedom: The Frappe Framework Story

In today’s software world, many platforms call themselves as a “open source” but limit freedom with hidden locked features, dual licensing, or proprietary extensions. True open source is not just about code availability it’s about freedom, transparency, and community driven innovation.

The Frappe Framework, built in India, is one of the few enterprise-grade frameworks that stays true to the spirit of Free and Open Source Software (The true Open Source). It empowers developers to build complex, production-ready applications rapidly without vendor lock-in, without restrictive licensing, and without compromises. From powering ERPNext to enabling startups, SMEs, and large enterprises alike, Frappe is proving that enterprise technology can be open, accessible, and sustainable.

This session I’ll take you through the Frappe story:

·       Why Frappe chose to remain fully open source in a world of “open-core” business models

·       How the framework balances low-code productivity with full-code flexibility

·       Real-world examples of how businesses and communities are thriving on Frappe

·       What true open source means for the future of builders, businesses, and the global FOSS movement