SpringSource

SpringSource was a software company founded in 2003 by Rod Johnson, Rod's wife Janet, and their colleagues. The company was initially known for its work on the Spring Framework, an open-source application framework for the Java platform. The Spring Framework provides comprehensive infrastructure support for developing Java applications, including dependency injection, transaction management, and web application development.

In 2009, SpringSource was acquired by VMware, a leading provider of virtualization and cloud computing solutions. The acquisition was part of VMware's strategy to expand its software portfolio and enhance its capabilities in the enterprise software market. Following the acquisition, SpringSource continued to operate as an independent subsidiary, focusing on the development and support of the Spring Framework and related technologies.

SpringSource played a significant role in the development of the Java ecosystem, particularly in the area of enterprise application development. The company's contributions to the Spring Framework have had a lasting impact on the way Java developers approach application development, and the framework remains one of the most widely used and influential open-source projects in the Java community.

In 2014, VMware announced the end of life for SpringSource and the integration of its products and services into the broader VMware portfolio. This marked the end of SpringSource as an independent entity, but the legacy of its work continues to influence the development of enterprise software and the Java ecosystem.