Winamp will “open up” the source code of its classic Windows player in September 2024
Winamp, the widely used Windows music player, has announced that it will be making its source code public on September 24, 2024. According to the company's announcement, the decision to open up the source code is aimed at facilitating “collaborative development of its legendary player for Windows”.
Despite the availability of Winamp on Android, iOS, and on the web, only the source code for its classic Windows version will be released, which is the most famous one. This move will pave the way for the entire community to participate in the development and evolution of the software.
Winamp's statement reads: “This is an invitation to global collaboration, where developers worldwide can contribute their expertise, ideas, and passion to help this iconic software evolve.” This initiative marks a significant milestone in Winamp's journey, as it enables its user base to contribute directly to the enhancement of the product, even if it's a bit late, considering the software was launched in April 1997.
Developers interested in contributing to this project can reach out at the following address.
- Audio Player
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- Winamp has announced that it is opening up its source code to enable collaborative development of its legendary player for WindowsWinamp • Official source
- Winamp: new music platform and source code releasegHacks
- Winamp to “open up” its source codeOSnews
- Winamp has announced that it is "opening up" its source codeHacker News
Comments
Sorry, it's too late Winamp! I've moved on to PLEXAMP! BYE FELICIA!
I want to be happy about this, but I'm sure the company just wants free labor to develop their app.
They need the community to do the work for them finally, because none of the original devs are left and their new coders are only any good at making mobile apps. I wish them the best of luck with their NFT player, but I want winamp to be winamp so I'll stick with Wacup.
Fingers crossed we'll get a proper Linux version!
I thought Amarok KDE's answer to Winamp :P
The Wacup variant is regularly tested in Wine for issues, but I get your point.