Open Source Maturity models: Is that Project Ready for You?

Open source projects are often driven by the need to scratch a software itch. But while innovative, exciting and available, they may not be ready for prime-time, especially in your applications. You should consider the impact of using just any project in your code or environment. That’s where tools such as maturity models can help you understand the risk/reward of projects from different dimensions like stability, activity and support.