I'm really passionate about open source software (OSS) and it's working well for my small startup right now. But as my team starts to grow, I'm wondering how realistic it is to self-host an entire stack of tools—like Cal, Formbricks, Sentry, and Posthog. What are the practical challenges of managing things like team access and maintenance at a larger scale?
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Sure, you can self-host, but it takes a significant investment of time and effort. You should weigh how much time your team spends managing these systems versus focusing on your core business. If managing OSS takes away from your main goals, it might just be worth paying for a managed service instead.
You definitely need to think about what you're trying to achieve. While open source tools can be great and cost-effective, remember, you're not getting paid to pick them just because they're OSS. It's all about finding the right tool for your specific needs. If setting everything up starts taking more resources than simply paying for a service, then you might need to consider your options carefully.
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