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title: "Selection bias: dataset over-represents sectors where open-source is conventional — VC Deal Flow Signal"
url: https://signals.gitdealflow.com/research/open-source-conventional-sectors-bias
description: "The dataset over-represents sectors where open-source work is conventional and under-represents consumer apps and many fintechs."
source: VC Deal Flow Signal
---
# Selection bias: dataset over-represents sectors where open-source is conventional

## Claim

The dataset over-represents sectors where open-source work is conventional and under-represents consumer apps and many fintechs.

## Why it matters

Honest about selection bias. Cross-sector comparisons must account for it.

## Source section

§5 Limitations of the SSRN preprint.

## How to cite

> The dataset over-represents sectors where open-source work is conventional and under-represents consumer apps and many fintechs. — VC Deal Flow Signal (GitDealFlow), §5 Limitations, https://ssrn.com/abstract=6606558.

## Canonical

https://signals.gitdealflow.com/research/open-source-conventional-sectors-bias