Terms of Use

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the root-elk website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

Services Description

root-elk provides online educational services focused on TypeScript programming training. Our services include live instruction sessions, course materials, recorded content, and mentoring services as described on our website.

User Accounts

To access certain features, you may need to create an account. You are responsible for:

• Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
• All activities that occur under your account
• Providing accurate and current information
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use

Course Enrollment and Payment

Course fees are as listed on our website at the time of enrollment. All prices are in Canadian Dollars (CAD) unless otherwise specified. Payment is due at the time of enrollment unless alternative arrangements have been made.

Refund Policy

• Full refunds are available if requested at least 7 days before your cohort start date
• Refund requests made within the first 14 days of instruction will be considered on a case-by-case basis
• No refunds are available after the first 14 days of instruction
• Mentoring session refunds require 48 hours advance notice of cancellation

Intellectual Property

All course content, including videos, documents, code examples, and materials provided through our services, is the intellectual property of root-elk or its licensors. You may not:

• Copy, reproduce, or distribute course materials without permission
• Share your account access with others
• Record live sessions without explicit authorization
• Use our content for commercial purposes

Code of Conduct

When participating in our courses and community, you agree to:

• Treat instructors and fellow students with respect
• Refrain from sharing inappropriate or offensive content
• Not engage in harassment, discrimination, or bullying
• Respect the learning environment and avoid disruptions

Disclaimer of Warranties

Our services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee:

• That our services will meet your specific requirements
• That services will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Specific career outcomes, job placement, or salary increases
• That all information provided is completely accurate or current

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, root-elk shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our services. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the specific service giving rise to the claim.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless root-elk, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of our services or violation of these terms.

Modifications to Services

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time. Course curricula may be updated to reflect current industry practices and technology changes.

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our services immediately, without prior notice, for conduct that we believe violates these terms or is harmful to other users or our business interests.

Governing Law

These terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our services shall first be attempted to be resolved through good faith negotiation. If unresolved, disputes shall be submitted to binding arbitration in Toronto, Ontario.

Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any course-specific agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and root-elk regarding use of our services.

Contact Information

For questions about these terms, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Address: 245 King Street West, Suite 1200, Toronto, Ontario M5V 1J5, Canada