[bkor]

> It's a bit of a dilemma, isn't it.

I like free software. It doesn't have to be free as in price. Various small free software developers are supported by its users, e.g. Liberapay / Patreon / Tipeee. Various things were contributed by ZeMarmot. This project is supported by its users using above methods.

> We really need more interdisciplinary developers and free software enthusiasts.

It seems just having people contribute by paying a small amount per week/month is also pretty good method. This allows the existing developers to dedicate more of their time to the project.

[s73v3r_]

Isn't that just the subscription model that everyone here decries? That's what JetBrains went to, and people here were calling for their heads.

[seba_dos1]

Since it's voluntary, no, it's not.