Daniel John Debrunner wrote:
Rick Hillegas wrote:
Besides these platforms and MacOS, what other platforms need an
implementation of Java SE 6 before we require it for the build?
What's the benefit of requiring Java SE 6?
It will help prevent people from accidentally breaking the build or
regression testing of the JDBC4 drivers.
I'm concerned that if we require it then development shops that
haven't switched to Java SE 6 yet won't be able to compile Derby. Just
because it's available doesn't mean everyone can or is willing use it.
Lots of places are not allowed to download anything they feel like
from the web and use it, they have controlled environments.
Dan.
How about a transition period? Perhaps we should wait a month after Java
SE 6 goes GA and then poll the community to see if anyone objects to
requiring Java SE 6 at that time?
Regards,
-Rick
