Open Source Licensev1.0.0

A developer wants to release a new library on GitHub and needs help choosing between MIT, Apache-2.0, and GPL licenses. The skill guides through a decision tree based on goals like adoption, patent protection, and community norms.

A startup uses multiple open source libraries in their SaaS product and needs to verify license compatibility and ensure compliance with copyleft terms. The skill reviews dependency licenses, flags conflicts, and provides remediation steps.

An open source project maintainer needs to generate LICENSE files for a project that includes code under MIT, Apache-2.0, and Mulan PSL v2. The skill provides canonical texts and aggregates third-party notices.

A startup based in China considers using Mulan PSL v2 for their new project but wants to understand differences from Apache-2.0, especially regarding patent grants and language effects. The skill explains nuances and provides canonical text.

A mobile app developer is using a GPL-licensed library and needs to understand distribution obligations when releasing through app stores. The skill explains copyleft requirements and offers compliance guidance.

Companies that offer a free open source core and sell proprietary add-ons can use the skill to ensure their license selection and compliance protect their proprietary code while fostering community adoption.

SaaS providers using open source components need to verify they comply with licenses that have network-use clauses (e.g., AGPL). The skill helps audit dependencies and avoid unexpected compliance burdens.

Law firms or legal tech companies can use the skill as a tool to automate initial license analysis and drafting, reducing time spent on routine tasks and scaling client engagements.