Re: [Virtuoso-devel] Guidelines for 'users' v. 'devel' Postings?

[Tim H. <tim...@op...>]

Michael K. Bergman wrote:
> Hi Tim,
> 
> Actually, you got to the crux of my question.
> 
> You seem to suggest that -devel is for the actual developers of the 
> Virtuoso code, not those who are doing development with Virtuoso or 
> extending it.  In other words, if it doesn't go into CVS it does not 
> belong in -devel (e.g., "working on" v. "working with").  Is my 
> interpretation correct?

Well, if it touches on virtuoso's sources, ie belongs in CVS, then -devel 
is likely the best place, yes.

> Actually::
> 
> -- I would prefer -devel to be for any developments or extensions using 
> Virtuoso and its cousins (both "working on" AND "working with" the code, 
> but not simply using).

This has potential. We can work with this, and if it becomes a distraction 
later, create a new list at a later date.

> -- I agree with your -users distinctions:  use questions, applications, 
> documentation, questions about functionality, installation, deployment, 
> problems (but not yet diagnosed bugs), etc.
> 
> -- I would then suggest that the Tracker be the preferred medium for 
> bugs and feature requests, since those provide true tracking systems.

Yes, particularly for handling larger diffs. We have size limits on both 
lists (slightly larger for -devel, but not much), so Tracker can be useful too.

HTH,

~Tim
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Tim Haynes
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