Terms of Service

2025-06-25

Welcome to Matt Nolan’s personal portfolio and blog. By accessing and using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions.

1. Content License and Usage

Code and Technical Content

  • All source code shared on this site is licensed under the MIT License unless otherwise specified
  • You are free to use, modify, and distribute code examples in your own projects
  • Attribution is appreciated but not required for code snippets

Creative Content

  • Blog posts, project documentation, images, and other creative content are licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC 4.0)
  • You may share and adapt this content for non-commercial purposes with proper attribution
  • Commercial use requires explicit written permission

2. Educational and Informational Purpose

Project Documentation

  • Project details, tutorials, and technical specifications are provided for educational purposes
  • While I strive for accuracy, all information is provided “as is” without warranty
  • Always follow proper safety protocols when working with electronics, mechanical systems, or other potentially hazardous materials

Professional Services

  • Content on this site represents personal projects and documented experiences, not professional advice
  • For critical applications or professional projects, contact me directly to discuss your specific requirements
  • Professional advice and services are provided under separate agreements with appropriate terms and warranties

3. Safety and Liability

Robotics and Electronics Projects

  • Working with robotics involves inherent risks including electrical hazards, moving parts, and software errors
  • You assume full responsibility for safety when attempting to replicate or modify any projects
  • Always use appropriate safety equipment and follow manufacturer guidelines

Limitation of Liability

  • I am not liable for any damages, injuries, or losses resulting from use of information on this site
  • This includes but is not limited to property damage, personal injury, or project failures

4. Interactive Features

Comments and Contributions

  • Contributions to discussions should be respectful and constructive
  • Spam, harassment, or off-topic content will be removed
  • By contributing, you grant permission to use your content in accordance with the site’s mission

5. Third-Party Content and Links

External Resources

  • This site may link to external tutorials, component suppliers, or technical resources
  • I am not responsible for the content, availability, or practices of external sites
  • External links are provided for convenience and do not constitute endorsement

Embedded Content

  • Some pages may include embedded videos, social media content, or technical diagrams
  • Third-party embedded content is subject to their respective terms of service

6. Intellectual Property

Respect for Others’ Work

  • All content properly attributes original sources and inspirations
  • If you believe your intellectual property rights have been violated, please contact me immediately

Your Projects

  • If sharing derivative works based on my projects, attribution is appreciated
  • Consider sharing your improvements back to the community

7. Updates and Changes

  • These terms may be updated periodically to reflect changes in content or applicable law
  • Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of any modifications
  • Major changes will be announced through the blog or project updates

8. Contact

For questions about these terms, licensing, or specific projects:

  • Email: mattnolan.engineering@gmail.com
  • GitHub: Issues and discussions on relevant project repositories
  • Professional inquiries: Please specify the nature of your request using the above email

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