Is there a way to limit use of code to a single machine ID? [SOLVED]

PD Quig · Apr 08 2016

I have shared code (.sef) with other traders in the past and have always included a simple "poison pill" that renders the code inoperative after a certain date. This is a admittedly a pretty clunky way to manage IP, but I couldn't find any info that indicated that there might be a more elegant solution.

Is there any means of restricting the use of shared code to a single authorized user's machine?

Thanks in advance.

PDQ

TJ · Apr 08 2016

I have shared code (.sef) with other traders in the past and have always included a simple "poison pill" that renders the code inoperative after a certain date. This is a admittedly a pretty clunky way to manage IP, but I couldn't find any info that indicated that there might be a more elegant solution.

Is there any means of restricting the use of shared code to a single authorized user's machine?

Thanks in advance.

PDQ

You can use these keywords:

GetUserID
GetUserName

Sebastian Vermont · Apr 08 2016

While not specifically related to your question, you may also want to consider limiting position size in addition to user base.

tony · Apr 09 2016

You can encrypt your source code as well.

PD Quig · Apr 10 2016

Thanks to all. Some combination of the above would make me feel better about sending code off into the ether.

Have a good week, all.

PDQ