Pearson's Anti-Piracy Vendor Takes Down Best-Selling Author's Own GitHub Repo
5 hours ago
- #copyright mistake
- #educational code
- #DMCA takedown
- Paul Deitel's educational code repository on GitHub was taken down due to a mistaken DMCA notice from Pearson's anti-piracy vendor Link-Busters.
- The repository contained official example code for programming textbooks, not pirated book copies, and its removal hinders access for students and developers worldwide.
- Deitel filed a counternotice on July 9, requesting GitHub restore the repository, highlighting the critical need for these supporting materials.
- Link-Busters, known for sending billions of DMCA notices, caused collateral damage here, with the error rate showing risks even when protecting copyright.
- GitHub must restore the repository within 10–14 business days unless Pearson or Link-Busters sues, but restoration is likely given the clear mistake.