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Open Source

Seravo has a strong background in Linux and other open-source software. We are an active member of the open-source community, both in Finland and abroad, and have participated in developing various open-source projects.

Seravo Relies on Open Source

Seravo is deeply embedded in the WordPress ecosystem, actively contributing to both its technical development and its vibrant community. Our staff regularly participate in WordPress community events as sponsors, speakers, organizers, and attendees, supporting local WP Meetups and WordCamps in Finland as well as major events abroad. Beyond events, our contribution extends to the platform’s core, where we are involved in development, producing vital translations, documentation, and guidelines. We have also developed and published our own WordPress plugins for the community to use.

Our commitment to open source extends far beyond the WordPress platform. We actively contribute to the development of many foundational technologies we rely on, such as the Linux core, Nginx, Docker/Moby, and MariaDB. This support is further exemplified by our work with the MariaDB Foundation, for whom we host the MariaDB.org website.

Closer to home, we are deeply involved in the Finnish tech community as a steering group member for the Finnish Open Systems Centre (COSS) and as a member of Code from Finland, providing hosting for both organizations. This dedication is part of our DNA, tracing back to our history of providing expert support services for Linux users.

Open Source & WordPress

Since 2014 Seravo has focused on building a premium hosting and upkeep platform for WordPress websites. As the most popular content management system in the world, WordPress is a great example of the evolution, development and business potential of open-source software.

We have taken part in the WordPress community by publishing our own WordPress plugins, translating the system and being actively involved in the local meetups and WordCamps. 

We also sponsored the WordPress Deployer service between 2017 and 2020, until it was deprecated in October 2020 by Github Actions.

Seravo Sponsors WordPress Events

For years, a deep commitment to the WordPress community has been a cornerstone of Seravo’s identity, a principle vividly demonstrated through our consistent and enthusiastic sponsorship of WordCamp events. Our support for these community-run conferences spans the globe and stretches back through the years, reflecting a long-standing dedication to fostering the growth and collaboration that makes WordPress thrive. From our local WordCamp Finland to the regional WordCamp Nordic in 2019, and the continent’s premier event, WordCamp Europe, we have proudly and repeatedly stepped up as sponsors and contributors to help make these gatherings possible.

Supporting the events is more than just financial contribution; it’s a reflection of our belief in the open-source ethos. We see WordCamps as the heartbeat of the community, where developers, designers, and users connect, share knowledge, and innovate. By sponsoring these events year after year, we invest directly into the health and vibrancy of the ecosystem that we are all a part of. It’s our way of giving back and ensuring that the spirit of collaboration and shared learning continues to flourish for years to come.

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What is Open Source?

Open source means software that can be used, changed and distributed by anyone and for any purpose. Open source software is often developed in a collaborative manner by communities that consist of professionals.

Using open source is often more cost efficient than closed source alternatives – by choosing the open option one also avoids vendor locks. There are currently more than 200 000 software programs released as Free/Libre Open Source Software (FLOSS), WordPress being one of them. We help our clients utilise this platform.

Seravo Supports Open Source Projects

Seravo has also made financial contributions and provided volunteer services to support numerous open-source projects and events such as:

In addition, we support a Finnish coding club for children.

Let’s Develop Seravo Together!

Many components regarding our service are published and completely open for everyone. Our customers are welcome to participate in developing for example our WordPress project base, Seravo Plugin or Seravo’s developer documentation. Seravo’s Github account presents all the open software made and published by Seravo.

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Open Source Events

An important part of participating in the open source community is to help run events as an organizer, sponsor or speaker. Here are events we’ve helped to make happen by funding them with a sponsorship, or by sharing our expertise in the form of a presentation.

In addition, Seravo has participated in WordPress Meetup events in Finland and the other Nordic countries, and supported organizing them in several cities both locally and globally.