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    this is definitely worth looking at, there is a reasonably good chance that its already their code according to the contract, and adding it to their code base almost definitely made it their code. Commented Dec 7, 2011 at 13:53
  • Claiming works you've done out of your job? Is it possible? I think it must depend on which country you're working in, because as far as I know, this would be illegal in France, even if writen in your contract. Commented Dec 7, 2011 at 14:12
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    A lot of companies try this it is impossible to enforce, on account of almost every contract also states you cannot sue your employer. Commented Dec 7, 2011 at 16:14
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    +1 @Raythal - unless the OP licensed his work to his employer, including it in their projects without notice could have made it a work product. He may have irretrievably contaminated his personal libraries if his company finds out and gets pissy. Commented Dec 7, 2011 at 17:11
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    IANAL, but many IP agreements claim IP in four situations: If the work was done on company time, if it used company resources (hardware, software, etc.), if it results from work performed for the employer (possibly by using protected company information -- proprietary algorithms, etc.), or if it is related to any current business of the company or actual or anticipated research or development. The last one is the most vague, as anything could be "anticipated". I'd be interested to hear if anyone has actually been sued for this in a situation other than directly competing with their employer. Commented Dec 7, 2011 at 21:21