Add Apache 2.0 license & NOTICE

Signed-off-by: https://github.com/Someshdiwan <[email protected]>

Author: Someshdiwan

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-MIT License
+                                 Apache License
+                           Version 2.0, January 2004
+                        https://www.apache.org/licenses/
+
+TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR USE, REPRODUCTION, AND DISTRIBUTION
+---------------------------------------------------------------------
+
+1. Definitions
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+
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+
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+   and non-infringement.
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+END OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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 Copyright (c) 2025 Somesh Diwan
 
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+you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+You may obtain a copy of the License at:
+
+    https://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+
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NOTICE

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+NOTICE
+
+Project: JavaEvolution-Learning-Growing-Mastering
+Author: Somesh Diwan
+Copyright (c) 2025 Somesh Diwan
+Repository: https://github.com/Someshdiwan/JavaEvolution-Learning-Growing-Mastering
+License: Apache License, Version 2.0
+License URL: https://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+
+---------------------------------------------------------------------
+
+### 1. Attribution and Acknowledgment
+
+This project is distributed under the Apache License, Version 2.0.
+
+If you use, modify, adapt, or redistribute this work — in part or in full —
+you must include clear and visible acknowledgment of the original author:
+
+    Original Author: Somesh Diwan
+
+Attribution must be visible in one of the following:
+- The project’s primary README file
+- Documentation or public-facing materials
+- Prominent source code comments where relevant
+
+Maintaining author attribution preserves the educational and ethical intent of
+this work and honors the open knowledge principles it represents.
+
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+
+### 2. Purpose and Philosophy
+
+**JavaEvolution-Learning-Growing-Mastering** is created as an open educational
+initiative — designed to support learners, developers, and engineers in building
+a deep understanding of Java and modern software design.
+
+This repository promotes:
+- Knowledge sharing without barriers
+- Respectful credit for creators and contributors
+- Collaboration driven by learning and innovation
+
+You are encouraged to extend, explore, and enhance the work — provided that the
+original author’s contribution remains acknowledged.
+
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+
+### 3. Contributions and Derivatives
+
+Contributions are warmly welcomed.
+By submitting any code, documentation, or related materials, you agree that:
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+
+Derivative works, educational forks, or redistributions must retain this NOTICE file
+and the LICENSE file in their original or appropriately adapted form.
+
+---------------------------------------------------------------------
+
+### 4. Statement of Integrity
+
+This project values authenticity, transparency, and continuous learning.
+If you reuse this repository for educational or commercial purposes, please do so
+with honesty and clarity regarding its origins.
+
+The intent is not control — it is **respect**.
+Respect for those who learn, contribute, and build upon open work.
+
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+
+### 5. Contact and Collaboration
+
+For collaboration, educational partnerships, or inquiries related to this project,
+please reach out through the GitHub repository’s discussion channels or contribution
+guidelines.
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+
+End of NOTICE