the-Automators' Podcast #104:  7 things to be sure you include in your code
Channel: AUTOHOTKEY Gurus
Date: 2021-06-29

In this Automators' podcast we discuss 7 things you should be sure to include in your code!

The key idea of the video is to emphasize the importance of properly licensing and disclaiming code, keeping track of version numbers and dates, embedding personal information in code, and providing concise summaries of important events and ideas.

1. 00:00 💻 State the license or copyright information of your code to avoid confusion and repeated questions.
 1.1 The podcast covers seven essential elements for code.
 1.2 It's important to clearly state the license or copyright information of your code to avoid confusion and repeated questions.

2. 02:16 💡 Adding a disclaimer to your code is crucial to avoid legal issues and misunderstandings.
 2.1 Adding a disclaimer to your code is always a good idea to avoid any potential legal issues or misunderstandings.

3. 03:50 📝 Keep version numbers and dates created/modified in documents to avoid confusion when others are using your code.
 3.1 Include version numbers and date created/modified in documents, but version numbers are not always necessary as they may not have a long shelf life.
 3.2 Version numbers or dates created/modified can be useful when others are using your code, and specifying requirements and a way to contact you can help avoid confusion.

4. 06:28 Include a way for users to give feedback and updates on your work, even if it may be complex to implement.
 4.2 Include the URL of the main library in the code and provide additional resources with relevant links for people to learn more.

5. 08:30 Use unique identifiers in your code to track if your code is being used by others and to ensure your license is not being broken.

6. 10:26 👀 Embedding personal information in code can help catch unauthorized use and avoid disputes.
 6.1 Embed personal information in your code to catch unauthorized use and avoid disputes.
 6.2 Embedding code to track users can be useful for catching those who try to get around licensing limits or access resources from your server without permission.

7. 12:46 💰 PayPal introduces a new feature that allows users to buy, hold, and sell cryptocurrencies directly from their PayPal account.
 7.1 Include a PayPal donation link in your code if it has helped someone and make it easy for them to donate.

8. 13:59 🚀 Share any useful information we may have missed and let us know what you think in the comments.