I want to create a hobby project and release it under MIT. I work as a developer professionally and i have some clauses in my employment contract that gives any IP to my employer. My employer is open to amending these and/or adding exceptions for specific projects. Can anyone point to guidance resources on how to formulate such exceptions properly?

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  • afk_strats@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    12 days ago

    I have had similar work contracts.

    1. do not use ANY company resources. This could put you at risk of theft.
    2. do not do it on company time or make it look like it’s on company time. See point 2.
    3. you are liable for being fired if you break your work contract in most of the US.
    4. whether or not you actually own the IP you created is unfortunately subject to state laws (in the US)

    I want you to be successful. Don’t hurt your future career prospects