·12 min·Andreas Haerter
License
Making sense of software licensing with FSFE REUSE: A guide for open source developers, tips and tricks.
An guide to using the FSFE REUSE specification for clearer, machine-readable open source licensing. This article explores why common practices fall short, how REUSE improves license transparency, and how to adopt it with practical tips and examples. …
Please use GPLv3 “or-later” instead of “only”
The “or later” clause of the GNU General Public License is crucial as it allows for the evolution of the license to keep up with changing circumstances if needed. This ensures ongoing protection and freedom for software users and developers.
·2 min·Andreas Haerter
Use copyleft licenses for open source or life with the consequences
A good open-source license allows reuse of source code while retaining copyright. But you should also think about copyleft when starting a project or open-source company.
·3 min·Andreas Haerter