One key problem of GNUstep is IMHO that it is quite difficult to find application software projects. There is GAP, some other (partially abandoned) projects and some announcements apear here on this list from time to time.
I don't know why I didn't have the idea earlier to set up a central resource to collect all these apps (and libs). It should be easy to use for someone who searches something and easy to use for authors. Something like www.versiontracker.com www.macupdate.com www.killefiz.de And the good thing is that I already have a PHP/MySQL package that suits this need. About 2 years ago I did "clone" the killefiz approach and run it as the Sharp Zaurus software index at http://www.handheld-linux.com/swi/ It has the following features: * versioning (there is a trace from/to older versions) * upload of screenshots * links to binary packages, sources, project homepage (checked online for availability) * users can register and set reminders if updates become available (e- mail notice) * registered users can comment * everyone can suggest fixes and corrections * changes are made public only after approval by 'managers' * there can be multiple 'managers' So what I propose is that I donate the PHP scripts to the GNUstep project to set up such a "GNUstep App Store". I could host it myself, but it would be better if it is hosted as part of the www.gnustep.org domain. What you would have to do is to add your software (applications an even librarie/frameworks) to the repositiory and use it as an announcement/marketing tool for new versions. It is really easy to use: creating a fresh entry needs less than 5-10 minutes (depending on the size of the description). What do you think about this proposal? With best regards, Nikolaus _______________________________________________ Discuss-gnustep mailing list [email protected] http://lists.gnu.org/mailman/listinfo/discuss-gnustep
