About Us
Why Open Source?
Building a new computing paradigm is too big for any single company. Ternary computing needs fresh perspectives — mathematicians, hardware engineers, compiler writers, OS developers, and curious minds from every discipline.
We believe the best way to build something truly different is in the open. Every line of simulator code, every OS design decision, every instruction set trade-off — all developed transparently, with community input.
Open source isn't a marketing strategy. It's how you build a revolution.
The Relationship
iTrits, Co.
The parent company. Designs the Aum processor architecture, funds research, builds commercial products (TritZaar, Triti) that generate revenue to sustain the mission.
Visit itrits.com →OpenTrits
The open source initiative. Hosts community projects, accepts contributions, and develops the ternary software stack in public. Anyone can participate.
View on GitHub →iTrits designs the architecture. OpenTrits builds the ecosystem. Together, we're making ternary computing real.
License Philosophy
OpenTrits projects use permissive open source licenses. We want ternary computing to spread as widely as possible — in academia, industry, and hobby projects alike.
We chose permissive licensing because ternary computing is an emerging field. Restrictive licenses would slow adoption. We want researchers to cite our work, companies to build on it, and hobbyists to experiment freely.
Each repository specifies its own license. Check the LICENSE file in each project for details.
The Team
Sri Annamalai
Founder, iTrits, Co.
Full-stack engineer and ternary computing researcher. Building the Aum processor architecture and the software ecosystem around it. Based in Bengaluru, India.
This Could Be You
OpenTrits is looking for contributors of all skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned systems programmer or a curious student, there's a place for you here.
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The future of computing is being built in the open. Be part of it.