Show HN: Common Sense License (CSL) – civic license for a techno-feudal world
shmaplex Monday, November 17, 2025
The CSL is an attempt to rethink software licensing in a way that balances freedom, sustainability, and fairness. It’s inspired by the idea that our digital infrastructure increasingly mirrors feudal systems: concentrated power, obligations flowing upward, and everyday users left vulnerable. The license is designed to give creators a practical alternative to proprietary or exploitative models, while encouraging transparency, collaboration, and equitable distribution. I’d love to hear thoughts from developers, legal experts, and anyone experimenting with bootstrapped projects.
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The article introduces 'csl', a command-line tool for managing and publishing academic citations in a simple and efficient manner. It supports various citation styles and provides a seamless workflow for researchers, writers, and academics.
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