[Docutils-develop] DocUtils XML -> PDF

[David P. <pr...@sf...>]

I've posted the first release of my XSL:FO transformation for 
DocUtils XML -> Apache FOP -> PDF.

This is a work-in-progress.  A goodly number of DocUtils tags are not 
yet supported, as I haven't needed them yet.  Nonetheless, it is 
capable of producing good PDF output on the whole!  There are several 
neat XSL tricks used to automate the document-building process, 
especially as regards optional front-matter.

Most of my time is being devoted to actual writing, as most of my 
XSL:FO requirements are now met by the transformations.  As my 
manuals become more complex, I'll continue to improve the templates.

I am especially interested in receiving feedback from those people 
who's needs are not well-served by these templates.  I'd like to 
generalize their applicability as much as possible through the use of 
end-user-configurable settings.

If you use these transformations, please send your changes, ideas, 
and improvements to me.

NB: the website will, some time in the distant future, have a 
modularised tutorial with far better explanation of why I've done 
what I've done.  I simply don't have adequate time right now to 
dedicate to it.