Open Source Security with Feross Aboukhadijeh
Open Source Security is being revitalized. In this conversation, Feross Aboukhadijeh, founder and CEO of Socket, discusses the evolution of open source security, the challenges faced in the software supply chain, and how Socket addresses these issues through real-time threat detection and developer education. He emphasizes the importance of trust in open source dependencies and shares insights on the proactive measures Socket takes to ensure security. The discussion also covers the integration of Socket into developer workflows and the company's success stories in the cybersecurity landscape. Feross is an entrepreneur with a successful exit on his resume. Feross is also a graduate of Stanford, an active venture capital investor, and a talented open source developer who has built WebTorrent, assisted Brave Software, and uplifted Javascript projects.