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## Additional Attribution

This project is part of the SuperML ecosystem:

- **Website**: https://superML.dev
- **Organization**: https://superML.org
- **Repository**: https://github.com/superml/superml-java

SuperML Java is inspired by scikit-learn and aims to provide a comprehensive 
machine learning framework for the Java community. While this project is 
licensed under MIT, we encourage users to contribute back to the community 
and acknowledge the SuperML project in their work.

## Third-Party Dependencies

This project uses the following third-party libraries under their respective licenses:

- Apache HttpClient5 (Apache License 2.0)
- Jackson Databind (Apache License 2.0) 
- Commons IO (Apache License 2.0)
- Commons Compress (Apache License 2.0)
- Logback Classic (Eclipse Public License 1.0, LGPL 2.1)
- SLF4J API (MIT License)

All third-party licenses are compatible with the MIT License under which this project is distributed.

## Usage Guidelines

While not legally required, we encourage:

1. **Attribution**: Mention SuperML Java in your project documentation
2. **Community**: Share improvements and contribute back when possible
3. **Feedback**: Report issues and suggest enhancements
4. **Respect**: Follow community guidelines and code of conduct

## Trademark Notice

"SuperML" and related marks are trademarks of the SuperML Community. 
Use of these marks is subject to the SuperML Trademark Policy available 
at https://superML.org/trademark-policy

## Contact

For licensing questions or permissions beyond the scope of this license:
- Email: legal@superML.org
- Website: https://superML.dev/contact
- GitHub: https://github.com/superml/superml-java/issues