Open Source Skills Report 2026
Released: 24 April 2026
OpenUK’s updated skills report analyses the latest data on open source and AI skills with a UK lens and a global mindset. Dr Rebecca Taylor’s work on maintainers and unpaid work is also showcased. The value of open source skills and the contribution to both capacity and future leadership are also explored.
The UK hits 5.5 million GitHub accounts, and 7.9% of our population now has an account. Continuing to be more than any other country in the world per capita. This nation of collaborative workers is explored in our latest Open Source Skills Report for the UK.