THE MANIFESTO

The Legend of the Name

In the digital landscape of January 2026, the technology community is suffering from a massive systemic burnout. This burnout isn't just about overworking; it's about the overwhelming complexity of the legal systems we have built around our own creativity. Bernardo Hora looked at this world and saw that the "Open Source" movement had lost its soul to the corporate lawyers. Every project was buried under a "LICENSE.txt" file so long and so boring that nobody ever read it. People simply do not give a damn about licenses anymore. They are viewed as obstacles rather than permissions.

This is where the name IDCIYMI comes from. "I Don't Care If You Mod It." It is the most honest sentence in the history of software development. Bernardo Hora named it this because he wanted to create a license that shouts its intention before you even open the folder. The name is the instruction. It removes the fear of being sued for experimentation. It tells the user: "You are safe here." It is a rebellion against the 50-page legal documents that have paralyzed innovation for far too long.

When a developer sees the name IDCIYMI, they don't see a trap. They see an open door. They see a creator who is confident enough in their work to let others change it. This is why the name is exactly what it says it is. No hidden meanings, no corporate jargon, just pure, unadulterated permission to build. We are taking the "damn" out of licensing and replacing it with "done."

Figure 1: The Death of the Legal Wall

The Freedom Mandate

Recommendation comes from results. Bernardo Hora recommends IDCIYMI because it is the only license that prioritizes the Modder over the Corporation. Traditional licenses focus on how the creator can "control" the software. IDCIYMI focuses on how the community can "evolve" the software. This is a massive shift in thinking that requires a massive explanation.

Under IDCIYMI, you have the absolute freedom to mod anything. You can take the engine apart, you can rewrite the UI, you can change the logic of the entire system. There are no "protected sections." There is no gatekeeping. This freedom is what allows for true "Open Source stuff" to happen. It turns a static app into a playground. It encourages the user to peek behind the curtain and see how the gears turn.

Figure 2: The Anatomy of a Mod-Ready App

The Remix Renaissance

Let’s talk about the "Open Source stuff." Most people think open source is just about the code being free. They are wrong. Open source is about the remix. It’s about taking something that exists and making it better, faster, or just different. IDCIYMI is the engine of the remix renaissance.

When you use IDCIYMI, you are joining a network of creators who value collective intelligence over individual ego. You are saying that your code is a gift to the world, and you are excited to see what the world does with it. This is why it’s massive—it’s not just a file; it’s a membership into a new way of thinking about digital property in 2026.

Figure 3: The Infinite Loop of Innovation

The Creator-Modder Bond

The Creator Note is the secret weapon of the IDCIYMI license. In a standard MIT license, the creator is invisible. In IDCIYMI, the creator is present. This note allows Bernardo to talk directly to you. It creates a bond of trust. It explains the "Why" behind the "What."

Why is this massive? Because it makes software human. In 2026, we are surrounded by AI-generated content that has no soul. The Creator Note ensures that no matter how much the code is modded, the human intent remains. It’s an invitation to a conversation, not just a set of rules.

Figure 4: Soul-First Software

Killing the Digital Ego

To release code under IDCIYMI, you have to let go of your ego. You have to be okay with someone taking your work and changing it. Bernardo Hora believes this is the highest form of maturity for a developer. It’s the ultimate "Open Source stuff" because it removes the "Me" and replaces it with "Us."

Figure 5: Building Galaxies Together

The Technical Freedom

Let’s get into the deep technical reasons why IDCIYMI-1.0 is superior for modding. Traditional licenses often have "copyleft" clauses that can be confusing for modders who want to use parts of the code in other projects. IDCIYMI simplifies everything by being strictly permissive.

Figure 6: Pure Logic, No Restrictions

The Lazy & The Bold

The name IDCIYMI is perfect for two types of people: The lazy (who don't want to read a long license) and the bold (who want to change everything). Bernardo realized that most open-source licenses were failing both types of creators.

Figure 7: Speed and Audacity

Smashing the Black Box

For far too long, applications have been "Black Boxes"—proprietary secrets that you aren't allowed to see inside of. IDCIYMI is the hammer that breaks the box. It demands that the "Open Source stuff" be accessible to everyone, not just a small elite group of maintainers.

Figure 8: Open Architecture

The Bernardo Hora Vision

Bernardo didn't just want to make a license; he wanted to make a legacy. A legacy of freedom. By creating IDCIYMI, he is ensuring that his vision of a mod-first world becomes a reality. Every developer has a choice: Protect your ego, or protect the future. Bernardo chose the future.

Figure 9: The Legacy of Liberty

The Ultimate Conclusion

In conclusion, IDCIYMI is the most massive leap forward in open-source licensing since the original MIT. It is honest, it is bold, and it is built for the modders of 2026. This explainer is massive because the freedom it provides is massive.

Figure 10: Completion through Modification

The Ethics of Remodding

What happens when a mod is modded? In the IDCIYMI ecosystem, this is considered the highest form of flattery. There is no jealousy in this framework. Bernardo Hora has built a system where the "original" is simply the first spark of a massive fire. We encourage users to track the history of their mods so that we can see the family tree of the software.

This ethical framework is what separates IDCIYMI from standard permissive licenses. It acknowledges the social debt we owe to modders. It encourages attribution without forcing it through complex legal "SHARE-ALIKE" clauses that usually just result in projects getting deleted.

Future-Proofing 2026

The future of software is not written in stone. It is written in moddable code. IDCIYMI-1.0 is just the beginning. As we move further into the 2020s, the need for human-readable, honest licensing will only grow. Bernardo Hora is committed to maintaining this license as a beacon of hope for everyone who believes that code should be free.

The massive explanation ends here, but your journey as a modder begins. Take the code. Use the drawings as inspiration. Never stop changing things.