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Model inspired by open source software development
- Development and design rests on student volunteering efforts
- No paid leadership positions
- Provide free food, Computer lab access, opportunity to make a difference.
"For Students, By Students"
- The main users and contributors of the site are students
- The main benefactors of this site are students
- Rhea developed and maintained by a team of student volunteers
- Students invited to join the team and improve the site instead of complaining
- See our disclaimer
- Certain software tools will be developed using Bounty system
An opportunity for students to develop new skills
- Design and problem solving skills
- Computer programming skills
- Communication and leadership
- Etc.
Bottom up development has many advantages
- Students adapt to new technology faster than professors
- Students are more aware of new available technology than professors
- Students have more energy and free time than professors.
- Direct benefit better stimulates development
