Open Source Notice

Introduction

This website is built with and uses various open source software libraries, frameworks, and tools. I am grateful to the open source community for their contributions, which make projects like this possible.

This page provides information about the open source software used in this website and clarifies the licensing terms for content and code published here.

Open Source Software Used

This website is built using the following major open source technologies:

In addition to these major frameworks, this website uses numerous other open source libraries and dependencies. A complete list can be found in the project's package.json file.

Respect for Open Source Licenses

All open source software used in this project is used in compliance with their respective licenses. I acknowledge and respect the intellectual property rights of the original authors and contributors.

Where required by license terms, appropriate copyright notices and license texts are maintained in the source code. These acknowledgments can be found in the repository's LICENSE and NOTICE files, as well as in individual component and library documentation.

Licensing of Content on This Website

Original Content

Unless otherwise stated, all original content on this website, including but not limited to:

• Blog posts and articles
• Project descriptions and documentation
• Original images and graphics
• Written tutorials and guides

...is the intellectual property of Manish Kumar and is protected by copyright law. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without explicit permission, except as permitted under fair use or as specifically indicated.

Blog Code Examples

Small code snippets and examples provided in blog posts are generally offered for educational purposes. You may use these snippets in your own projects with attribution to this website. However, substantial code examples or complete implementations may have separate licensing terms indicated in the content.

Project Repositories

Individual projects showcased on this website may have their own separate licenses, particularly if they are open source. Each project repository will clearly indicate its licensing terms. Please refer to the LICENSE file in each repository for specific details.

Portfolio Website Source Code

The source code for this portfolio website itself may be made available under an open source license. If so, the repository will include a LICENSE file specifying the terms. However, the content (blog posts, articles, project descriptions) remains separately copyrighted as described above.

Attribution Requirements

When using code or content from this website (where permitted):

• Provide appropriate attribution to Manish Kumar and manishh.in
• Include a link to the original source when possible
• Do not misrepresent the origin of the code or content
• Respect any specific licensing terms indicated for that content

Third-Party Content and Resources

Some content on this website may reference, link to, or include third-party resources. These resources remain the property of their respective owners and are subject to their own licensing terms.

When third-party code, libraries, or resources are used or referenced, appropriate attribution and licensing information is provided where required.

No Warranty on Shared Code

Any code, examples, or implementations shared on this website are provided “as is” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied. This includes but is not limited to:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties that the code will be error-free or uninterrupted
• Warranties regarding security or performance

Use any code from this website at your own risk. Always review, test, and validate code before using it in production environments. See the Disclaimer page for more information.

Contributing and Collaboration

I value collaboration and welcome contributions from the community. If you find issues, have suggestions, or want to contribute to any open source projects associated with this website:

• Check the project repository for contribution guidelines
• Follow the project's code of conduct
• Respect the existing license and coding standards
• Submit clear, well-documented pull requests or issues

Learning and Education

One of the primary goals of this website is to share knowledge and help others learn. While respecting copyright and licensing requirements, I encourage the use of code examples and tutorials for educational purposes. Learning from others' code and building upon existing work is a fundamental part of software development.

Reporting License Violations

If you believe that content on this website violates your copyright or intellectual property rights, or if you notice any incorrect attribution or licensing information, please contact me immediately so the issue can be addressed.

Support for Open Source

I am a strong supporter of open source software and believe in giving back to the community. Where possible, I contribute to open source projects, share knowledge through blog posts, and release useful tools and libraries under open source licenses.

Changes to This Notice

This open source notice may be updated periodically to reflect changes in the software stack, licensing practices, or as new content and projects are added to the website. Please check back regularly for updates.

Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests, please contact me: