📜 License¶

LookAtni File Markers is released under the MIT License, which allows for maximum flexibility and freedom in both personal and commercial use.

MIT License¶

MIT License

Copyright (c) 2025 Rafael Mori

Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy
of this software and associated documentation files (the "Software"), to deal
in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the rights
to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell
copies of the Software, and to permit persons to whom the Software is
furnished to do so, subject to the following conditions:

The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in all
copies or substantial portions of the Software.

THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY,
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE
AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER
LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM,
OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE
SOFTWARE.

What This Means¶

✅ You Can:¶

• Use commercially: Use LookAtni in any commercial project without restrictions
• Modify: Adapt and modify the source code to fit your needs
• Distribute: Share the software with others, including modified versions
• Private use: Use the software privately without disclosure obligations
• Sublicense: Include LookAtni in projects with different licenses

📋 You Must:¶

• Include copyright: Keep the original copyright notice in distributions
• Include license: Include the MIT license text with any distributions
• Include notices: Preserve any existing copyright and license notices

❌ You Cannot:¶

• Hold liable: The authors cannot be held liable for any damages
• Use trademarks: The license doesn't grant rights to use author names or trademarks

Why MIT License?¶

We chose the MIT License for LookAtni File Markers because:

🌍 Maximum Freedom¶

The MIT License provides maximum freedom for users while maintaining minimal restrictions. This encourages adoption and contribution from the community.

🤝 Business Friendly¶

Commercial use is explicitly allowed without requiring disclosure of source code modifications, making it suitable for enterprise environments.

🔄 Simple and Clear¶

The license terms are straightforward and easy to understand, reducing legal complexity for users and contributors.

🎯 Wide Adoption¶

MIT is one of the most popular open-source licenses, making it familiar to developers and legal teams worldwide.

Third-Party Dependencies¶

LookAtni File Markers uses several third-party libraries, each with their own licenses:

Core Dependencies¶

Development Dependencies¶

Documentation Dependencies¶

All dependencies are compatible with the MIT License and don't impose additional restrictions on the use of LookAtni File Markers.

Attribution Guidelines¶

While not required by the MIT License, we appreciate attribution when you use LookAtni File Markers:

Recommended Attribution¶

This project uses LookAtni File Markers
Copyright (c) 2025 Rafael Mori
Licensed under the MIT License
https://github.com/kubex-ecosystem/lookatni-file-markers

For Documentation¶

If you're documenting your use of LookAtni:

## Acknowledgments

This project uses [LookAtni File Markers](https://github.com/kubex-ecosystem/lookatni-file-markers) 
for project organization and file management, created by Rafael Mori and licensed under 
the MIT License.

For Academic Use¶

For academic papers or research:

@misc{lookatni2025,
  title={LookAtni File Markers: VS Code Extension for Project Organization},
  author={Rafael Mori},
  year={2025},
  url={https://github.com/kubex-ecosystem/lookatni-file-markers},
  note={MIT License}
}

License Compliance¶

For Developers¶

When using LookAtni File Markers in your projects:

1. Include the license: Copy the MIT license text to your project
2. Maintain attribution: Keep copyright notices intact
3. Document usage: Note LookAtni usage in your documentation
4. Check dependencies: Ensure all dependencies are compatible

For Distributors¶

When redistributing LookAtni File Markers:

1. Include original license: Maintain the complete MIT license text
2. Preserve copyright: Keep all copyright notices unchanged
3. Document modifications: Note any changes made to the original
4. Provide source: Include or reference the original source code

For Enterprises¶

Enterprise usage considerations:

1. Legal review: Have your legal team review the MIT license terms
2. Compliance tracking: Track LookAtni usage across your organization
3. License management: Include LookAtni in your license inventory
4. Risk assessment: Evaluate any potential risks (very low with MIT)

Frequently Asked Questions¶

Can I use LookAtni in commercial products?¶

Yes! The MIT License explicitly allows commercial use without restrictions. You can include LookAtni in commercial products, services, or applications.

Do I need to pay royalties?¶

No. The MIT License is royalty-free. You can use LookAtni without any payment obligations.

Can I modify the source code?¶

Yes. You can modify the source code to fit your needs. You're not required to share your modifications, but contributions back to the project are welcome.

Do I need to open-source my entire project?¶

No. The MIT License is not copyleft. You can use LookAtni in proprietary projects without open-sourcing your code.

Can I remove the copyright notice?¶

No. You must preserve the copyright notice and license text in any distribution of LookAtni.

What about warranty and liability?¶

The software is provided "as is" without warranty. The authors are not liable for any damages arising from the use of the software.

Can I sublicense LookAtni under a different license?¶

Yes. You can include LookAtni in projects with different licenses, but the LookAtni components remain under MIT License.

Do I need permission to use LookAtni?¶

No. The MIT License grants permission upfront. You don't need to ask for additional permission to use the software.

Contact Information¶

For license-related questions or concerns:

• GitHub Issues: Create an issue for licensing questions
• Email: Contact the maintainers through GitHub
• Legal Compliance: For enterprise legal compliance questions, create a GitHub issue with the "legal" label

License History¶

Version 1.0.0 and Later¶

All versions of LookAtni File Markers from 1.0.0 onwards are released under the MIT License.

Pre-Release Versions¶

Development and pre-release versions (0.x.x) were also developed under the MIT License terms.

Related Legal Information¶

Export Control¶

LookAtni File Markers contains only publicly available technology and is not subject to export control restrictions.

Patents¶

The MIT License provides an implicit patent grant from contributors. No additional patent licenses are required.

Trademarks¶

The MIT License does not grant rights to use the LookAtni name or associated trademarks outside of describing the software itself.

Summary¶

The MIT License provides a simple, permissive framework that allows you to use LookAtni File Markers with confidence in virtually any context. Whether you're building open-source projects, commercial applications, or enterprise solutions, the MIT License ensures you have the freedom to innovate while maintaining minimal compliance obligations.

For the most up-to-date license information, always refer to the LICENSE file in the official repository.

Remember: While the MIT License is permissive, always consult with your legal team for enterprise use cases or if you have specific compliance requirements.