I agree with Chiron but i must add something more important: Your local LUG or whatever open source software you are using. Also keep in mind, you are making a tool for a specific pourpose, son then, offer the solution to the users, some of them will probably encourage the development by the means of testing it, making suggestions or actively develop the project. Keep in mind that it must be useful, and it must be functional. Failing in one of those areas won't get you free man hours or compliments.

I agree with Chiron but I must add something more important: Your local LUG or whatever open source software you are using. 

Also keep in mind, you are making a tool for a specific purpose, offer the solution to the users, some of them will probably encourage the development by testing it, making suggestions or actively developing the project.

Keep in mind that it must be useful, and it must be functional. Failing in one of those areas won't get you free man hours or compliments.