ElasticSearch is the default search engine for anyone who wants to build a search box. Lucene is the algorithm behind ElasticSearch, and other popular search engines but, although this technology is great, it's been around for many years. MeiliSearch, an Open Source solution co-founded by Thomas Payet, is challenging the market monopoly in terms of search and is currently providing a popular and user-friendly search engine building experience for developers. In today's Challenge Accepted episode, Piotr speaks to Thomas about starting at the very bottom and developing your own OS solution, challenging huge market players, growing a faithful following, and plans of monetization. Tune in!