So, simply sending a download link for an APK to a friend is not enough anymore - I now have to teach them how to install and use adb.

EDIT

> we are also introducing a free developer account type that will allow teachers, students, and hobbyists to distribute apps to a limited number of devices without needing to provide a government ID.

Depending on how they implement that, this would at least partially improve the situation. Sounds like no ID is required, but I assume the whole ordeal with registering each app is still mandatory.

That being said the freedom of (non-)association is one of the few non-violent means to signal your disapproval of someone else in a way that actually matters. The fact that folks are insulated from the consequences of their actions I think is a big part of how we got here. People spew hateful nonsense and sling accusations at each other that in person would get their teeth knocked out. Refusing to work with or collaborate with someone you consider to be distasteful is pretty mild and not terribly unreasonable even if it makes things awkward.

I can't exactly blame someone for acting on their conscience even if I don't like it. Working with someone who are at odds with despite your differences I consider praiseworthy but obligatory.