On 11 Jun 2001 09:43:29 +0200, Keiron Liddle wrote:
>
> Putting aside all the business/open source issues (as interesting
> as it might be).
>
> What we really need to do is work out exactly what we are trying
> to achieve and when. Then to figure out how to do it. ie. we need
> to have a good plan to keep moving forwards in the long term.
>
> This also covers things like user education, documentation and
> testing.
>
> This is an area where everyone can help out.
>
> Pass a critical eye over the website and other documentation.
> Supply test examples that cover functionality. Help out with the
> FAQ (some action is planned in this direction, put static info on
> website and to improve the current dynamic FAQ).
Here's some comment from a (potential) user of FOP:
1. I would appreciate it very much if the current version is supported
at least until such time when the new version is at a point where we can
point to it and say 'use the new version'.
2. I would appreciate it very much if the new design is discussed on
this mailing list. The mailing list archive can then serve as an
informal repository of the process. This can also make the mailing list
livelier.
3. I would appreciate it very much if the Apache process is followed as
far as cansensus building and decision making is concerned. The help of
an non FOP Apache person may be needed to clarify things.
4. I would appriciate it very much if the scope of the new architecture
design/refactoring is agreed upon quickly by the committers.
5. I would appreciate it very much if the new design progresses in a
timely fashion. People with more time to spend on the project needs to
make more decisions. People who make decisions needs to spend more time
on the project. The project needs to project an image of being 'on
track'. The project needs to attract more active developers.
And many thanks for all the developers for your effort on this open
source project.
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Weiqi Gao
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