We're switching to a DCO for source code contributions

GitLab has decided to replace its Contributor License Agreement (CLA) with a Developer's Certificate of Origin (DCO) to encourage more contributions from the open-source community. This change, prompted by feedback from Debian developers, addresses the common criticism that CLAs are overly restrictive and deter potential contributors due to their legal complexity. By adopting the DCO, GitLab aims to provide contributors with greater flexibility and control over their contributions, aligning with the needs of large open-source projects that wish to maintain independence from vendors. The move has been welcomed by figures in the open-source community, including representatives from GNOME and Debian, who believe it will foster more contributions and protect the intellectual property rights of developers.

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