If it is open sourced it can be copied and then we lose exclusivity.
This is exactly what I worried and that's why I did not release the code publicly.
Reading the messages, I am disappointed. Several still ask if the code is real. Did you ever try the client? Do you think I would waste so much time writing whitepaper and for coding/testing? I am under no obligations to release the code. I tried to help the community but so far I don't even see a qualified dev coming up. In fact I don't see any dev said willing to take over. I got only one PM from a guy saying that he has a team including devs etc, but I get no details about these devs at all, and I get no impression that they will maintain supercoin (no plan, nothing).
As I stated before, I will release the code only if there's a qualified dev willing to take over. What is "qualified"? well you need to know the coin code. We can chat 5 mins in a chatroom, it's very simple.
Also I don't check the thread every day, I am very busy at work, so if I don't reply you immediately, please be patient.
Dev, thanks for the appearance. In case you haven't read the pages back, I'll summarize. We're having a hard time getting the word out that we need a new developer. A tweet from the official handle will be the most visible method we have to convey this idea. From there, retweet and search on.
I've requested that the person who PM'd you name these people & their accomplishments.
Further, Although I have no coding expertise, I would love to talk to you in IRC to understand what it is you are looking for in a Dev and WHO if any are barred from consideration. Also, the way you state, "What is "qualified"? well you need to know the coin code. We can chat 5 mins in a chatroom, it's very simple." Does this mean that you will explain the coin code to the prospective dev, making them qualified once they understand what you are conveying? Meaning that finding any Dev may work?
The reason for doubt among the community is because we believe that IF the technology works the way the white paper states (which I believe it does), then you have created a technology that there is a HUGE demand for in the market. This combined with the fact that you are willing to walk away from the project spells confusion among investors. It looks like a dev walking away from a guaranteed pay day. Whatever your reasons may be, it is your choice, so be it. We are individuals and make choices, but moving to another dev is difficult without visibility and requirements.
-Ticked