The author expresses overwhelming joy because Elasticsearch and Kibana are once again considered Open Source. They explain the addition of AGPL as a new license option alongside ELv2 and SSPL. Despite past issues with AWS, the change in license has proven beneficial, leading to a stronger partnership. The author emphasizes their commitment to the Open Source community by choosing AGPL and aims to pave the way for more Open Source options. They address potential criticism and emphasize their dedication to building a better future for users. The overall tone is optimistic and celebratory, marking a significant milestone for Elastic.
https://www.elastic.co/blog/elasticsearch-is-open-source-again