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Can you use Stack Overflow code?
So, in summary: code snippets on Stack Overflow are protected by copyright unless they are so small that any two programmers would come up with substantially the same code. The StackOverflow license requires attribution and sharing of changes to downstream recipients of the code.
What are Stack Overflow tags?
Tags are a means of connecting experts with questions they will be able to answer by sorting questions into specific, well-defined categories. Tags can also be used to help you identify questions that are interesting or relevant to you.
How do I create a tag in stack overflow?
How do I create a new tag? Simply enter a new tag with your question and it will be created. When creating your new tag, bear in mind that tags must use the character set a-z 0-9 + # – .
When is Stack Overflow covered by the MIT License?
Starting Feb 1, 2016, all new code contributions to Stack Overflow and Stack Exchange will be covered by the MIT License. We’ve been working on this problem for a little while now. We’ve consulted with the OSI, enlisted the help of a real-life lawyer, and discussed it exhaustively internally.
Is there an exception to the MIT License?
Contributors agree to give code users permission to ignore the MIT License’s notice preservation requirement, as long as users give reasonable attribution upon requestof the copyright holder (or Stack Exchange on behalf of the contributor). This optional exception to the MIT License will live in our terms of service.
What is up with the source code license on Stack Overflow?
Implement a corresponding solution in your own words code. Or, if you would prefer to copy the code verbatim and comply with the cc-wiki license, include a link to the answer in a comment in your source code. Anything you produce, you own the copyright to. You can release that to the public under whichever license (s) you wish.
Which is the best license for Stack Overflow?
CC-BY-SA is an ideal license for a crowdsourced knowledge base. We’ve benefited immensely from it, our community has gained protection through it, and we look forward to CC-BY-SA continuing to cover prose contributions to Stack Overflow and across the network for all of eternity.