Can you open comment access to the google doc? So it will be easier to ask questions directly on the SPIP doc.
On Sun, Dec 7, 2025 at 1:53 PM Hyukjin Kwon <[email protected]> wrote: > > Hi all, > > I would like to start a discussion on accelerating the Apache Spark release > cadence. Over the past four months, we have been running preview releases, > and the process has been smooth and effective. As mentioned in the preview > release discussion thread, I’d now like to extend this approach to official > releases. > > During this period, I also looked into how other large projects, such as > Kubernetes and Python, manage their release timelines. Based on that research > and our own recent experience, I’ve drafted a proposal for an updated Apache > Spark release plan. > > TL;DR: > > Introduce a predictable release schedule: annual major releases and quarterly > minor releases, so users can benefit from new features earlier. > With a faster cadence for minor releases, we should take a more conservative > approach toward behavior changes in minor versions, while still allowing new > features and improvements. > > I’d love to hear your thoughts and feedback. > > More details can be found in SPIP: Accelerating Apache Spark Release Cadence > > Thanks! --------------------------------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe e-mail: [email protected]
