[Jikesrvm-core] 2.9.1 release planning

[David P G. <gr...@us...>]

Our last release was almost 2 months ago.  I'd like to make another 
release before FCRC.  So, last possible date June 8th, but I'd really 
prefer to do more like June 1 or 4 to give a little pad before many of us 
start traveling.

We should move to GNU Classpath 0.95 before releasing Jikes RVM 2.9.1. 
That will require minor work on the various regression machines to get the 
new GNU Classpath version installed and built.  I'll take care of the 
Watson AIX machine.  After ISMM deadline, could someone at ANU handle the 
ANU machines (Robin said they needed a newer version of libcairo I think)? 


I'd also suggest that the "April" stability blitz continue through the 
2.9.1 release, but that after making that release we evaluate whether or 
not the stability blitz model was actually effective in getting things 
done.  In terms of an "April" focus I personally don't think it was a 
clear win, but maybe more people will find cycles in the remainder of May 
and validate the concept of a concentrated stability push. 

--dave