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| name = Eclipse Foundation | image = Eclipse Foundation logo.svg | caption = Eclipse Foundation logo | founded = 2004 | type = Non-profit organization | headquarters = Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Eclipse Foundation is a non-profit organization that supports the Eclipse (software) ecosystem, a community of developers, and users of open-source software. The foundation was established in 2004 as an independent entity from IBM, which originally developed the Eclipse platform. The Eclipse Foundation is responsible for managing the Eclipse Public License and guiding the development of various software projects. With its headquarters in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, the foundation oversees a wide range of projects and technologies.

History

The Eclipse Foundation has its roots in the Eclipse Project, which was initially developed by IBM in the early 2000s. The project gained popularity and attracted a large community of developers, leading to the formation of the Eclipse Foundation in 2004. Since then, the foundation has grown to become a leading open-source organization, supporting a wide range of projects and technologies, including Jakarta EE, EclipseLink, and Eclipse Che. The foundation has also established partnerships with various companies, such as Red Hat, Canonical Ltd., and SAP SE.

Governance

The Eclipse Foundation is governed by a board of directors, which consists of representatives from member organizations and individuals. The board is responsible for setting the foundation's strategic direction and overseeing its operations. The foundation also has a Technical Council, which advises on technical matters and guides the development of projects. The Technical Council works closely with the Eclipse Architecture Council to ensure that projects align with the foundation's goals and objectives.

Projects

The Eclipse Foundation supports a wide range of projects, including software development tools, runtime environments, and application frameworks. Some notable projects include Eclipse IDE, Eclipse Java Development Tools, and Eclipse Platform. The foundation also hosts various incubators, which provide a platform for new projects to develop and mature. These incubators have led to the creation of successful projects like Eclipse JGit and Eclipse Gerrit.

Membership

The Eclipse Foundation has a diverse membership base, consisting of companies, organizations, and individuals. Members participate in the development of projects, contribute to the community, and help shape the foundation's strategy. The foundation has over 300 members, including industry leaders like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon Web Services. Membership benefits include access to project resources, community networking opportunities, and influence on the foundation's direction.

Impact and adoption

The Eclipse Foundation has had a significant impact on the software industry, with many of its projects and technologies being widely adopted. The Eclipse IDE is one of the most popular integrated development environments, used by millions of developers worldwide. The foundation's projects have also been used in various industries, such as aerospace, automotive, and finance. The Eclipse Foundation's commitment to open-source and collaboration has made it a leader in the software development community, with a growing user base and influence. Linux Foundation and Apache Software Foundation are among the partner organizations that collaborate with the Eclipse Foundation on various initiatives.