Inner Source, Outer Source, Low Code, and No Code: Pros, Cons and Contexts - Results from an MLR

Pitkevics G., Dubey L., Choa C. H., Koleva Y., YILMAZ M., Clarke P. M., ...More

32nd European Conference on Systems, Software and Services Process Improvement, EuroSPI 2025, Riga, Latvia, 17 - 19 September 2025, vol.2657 CCIS, pp.124-142, (Full Text) identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Conference Paper / Full Text
  • Volume: 2657 CCIS
  • Doi Number: 10.1007/978-3-032-04288-0_8
  • City: Riga
  • Country: Latvia
  • Page Numbers: pp.124-142
  • Keywords: Inner Source, Low Code, No Code, Open Source, Outer Source, Software Development, Software Engineering
  • Gazi University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Software development has evolved significantly, with new paradigms such as low-code and no-code platforms enabling users with minimal or no technical expertise to build applications. These platforms simplify development through visual interfaces and automation, reducing the need for traditional programming. Concurrently, open-source principles have influenced software collaboration through inner source and outer source models. Inner source applies open-source methodologies within an organisation, while outer source extends development efforts beyond company boundaries, including outsourcing and open-source contributions. This paper explores the benefits, risks, and implementation strategies of these emerging software development models, providing insights into their impact on modern software engineering.