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The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (6th ed.) does not contain examples of how to cite copied source code.
Useful websites for citing copied source code include:
When using code from an open source project, provide attribution for the source and follow the terms of any open source license that applies to the code. Keep in mind:
Computer Software, online |
Smith, J. (2011). GraphicsDrawer source code (Version 2.0) [Source code]. Retrieved from http://www.graphics drawer.com |
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Computer Software, hardcopy |
Comprehensive Meta-Analysis (Version 2) [Computer software]. Englewood, NJ: Biostat. |
Citing Code in the Source Code Insert as a comment above the reused source code
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See the Publication Manual: 7.08 Data Sets, Software, Measurement Instruments, and Apparatus
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