BigBlueButton

BigBlueButton is a prominent open-source web conferencing system specifically designed for online learning and virtual classrooms. Originating from a research project at Carleton University in 2007, it was developed to provide a high-quality educational alternative to commercial teleconferencing tools. The software's development is driven by a global community of contributors, ensuring it remains at the forefront of pedagogical technology with features like real-time sharing of audio, video, slides, and advanced breakout room capabilities.

While the software is built and maintained by a distributed network of developers worldwide, the brand and core commercial direction are managed by BigBlueButton Inc. In 2022, the brand reached a significant milestone when it was acquired by Blindside Networks, the company founded by the original creators to provide hosting and support services. This ownership ensures that the product remains deeply rooted in its original mission of serving the global education community while benefiting from professional enterprise-level backing.