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Selling source code to AI companies: what to know
By SourceX Editorial · Updated
Short answer
Source code can be valuable to AI companies because they teach coding models real-world engineering practices. They are typically licensed under a written agreement rather than sold outright, and preparation usually involves checking licenses and scrubbing secrets.
Why it's valuable
Source code teach coding models real-world engineering practices. Large volumes, long histories and specialized domains increase interest.
How to prepare it
Preparation commonly involves checking licenses and scrubbing secrets. Requirements should be agreed with the buyer before any work begins.
Licensing terms to set
Define permitted uses (training, evaluation), prohibited uses (resale, re-identification), duration, exclusivity, deletion and payment timing.
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I license the same data to multiple buyers?
- Often yes, unless you grant exclusivity.
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