Zach Leatherman 2/3/2026

How Eleventy Survived: Funding, Growth, and Open Source Reality

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This article/podcast episode features an interview with Zach Leatherman, creator of the static site generator Eleventy (11ty). It explores the challenges of sustaining a successful open-source project, covering topics like funding models, venture capital pressure, burnout risk, and maintaining a healthy balance between community expectations and project longevity.

How Eleventy Survived: Funding, Growth, and Open Source Reality

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