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dgt_oss01 – The main software licenses

Module Title: dgt_oss01 – The main software licenses

module Description:

Welcome to “dgt_oss01 – The main software licenses,” a comprehensive module designed to guide you through the intricate landscape of software licensing with a special focus on open source licenses. This module is tailored for developers, legal professionals, and anyone interested in understanding how software can be legally shared, modified, and distributed.

module Objectives:

  • Understand Open Source Licensing: Gain a fundamental understanding of what constitutes an open-source license and the principles that underpin it.

  • Explore Key Licenses: Dive deep into the most prevalent open source licenses such as the GNU General Public License GPL, Apache 2.0, and MIT License.

  • Compare and Contrast: Learn to compare different licenses based on their terms, conditions, and implications for both developers and users.

  • Legal Implications: Understand the legal aspects of software licensing, including compliance requirements and potential risks.

  • Practical Applications: Apply your knowledge by assessing which license is suitable for various types of projects.

module Modules:

  1. Introduction to Software Licensing
  2. Overview of proprietary vs. open source licenses

  3. Importance of understanding software licensing

  4. The GNU General Public License GPL

  5. History and philosophy behind GPL
  6. Key features of GPL v3
  7. Copyleft principle and its implications

  8. Use cases and compliance considerations

  9. Apache 2.0 License

  10. Background and adoption of Apache 2.0
  11. Notable terms, including patent grants and attribution requirements

  12. Comparison with other licenses in terms of permissiveness and obligations

  13. MIT License

  14. Simplicity and flexibility of the MIT License
  15. Key conditions and their impact on software development

  16. When to choose MIT over more restrictive licenses

  17. Comparative Analysis

  18. Side-by-side comparison of GPL, Apache 2.0, and MIT
  19. Pros and cons for developers and businesses

  20. Case studies showcasing real-world applications

  21. Legal Considerations and Compliance

  22. Understanding compliance requirements for each license type
  23. Potential legal risks and how to mitigate them

  24. Strategies for integrating open source software in proprietary projects

  25. Choosing the Right License for Your Project

  26. Factors to consider when selecting a license
  27. Guidance on aligning project goals with licensing terms
  28. Interactive session: participants choose licenses for hypothetical projects

Target Audience:

This module is ideal for developers, software engineers, product managers, legal advisors, and anyone involved in the creation or management of software projects. It is also beneficial for those interested in understanding how open source contributions can be managed legally and effectively.

module Outcomes:

By the end of this module, participants will have a solid understanding of different software licenses, with a particular focus on open-source models like GPL, Apache 2.0, and MIT. They will be equipped to make informed decisions about licensing in their own projects, ensuring compliance and maximizing collaboration potential.

Join us for “dgt_oss01 – The Different Software Licenses” and unlock the full potential of open source software while navigating its legal landscape with confidence!
The students can push their exercises to the Academy DevOps & SRE GIT project. For this module, create a folder with your username as its name in the following subfolder: https://github.com/Garanti-Del-Talento/gdt_academy