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by spondyl 1762 days ago
Author here (but not the poster) and I generally agree with that sentiment.

Personally, I do inquire about open source copyright clauses when applying for a job.

I don't do any development on my work laptop but I do push updates to my dotfiles and the notes section of my site from time to time which is mainly what I use it for.

As far as I understand, it is (was?) a big issue in California but I don't believe it was ever a thing here in New Zealand nor do I think it would hold up legally as I understand it.

As always, buyer beware of course