Open Source License

This check verifies whether a licence file is present in the root directory of the repository and whether the licence has been approved by ZenDiS (List of approved licences).

- type: LICENSE_POLICY
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Background

Software licensing is an important aspect of software development, especially in the open source sector. It defines the rights and obligations of users and developers and ensures that the software can be used in a legally compliant manner. ZenDiS has compiled a list of licences that are approved for use in public administration. These licences ensure that the software can be used, modified and redistributed under certain conditions without violating legal requirements.