Hi Maxim, that JIRA is not active, and unmonitored. We need to disable it. Please do not use it, no.
Thank you, tg On 2025/03/02 14:56:00 "Maxim Solodovnik (Jira)" wrote: > > [ > https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/GSOC-298?page=com.atlassian.jira.plugin.system.issuetabpanels:comment-tabpanel&focusedCommentId=17931810#comment-17931810 > ] > > Maxim Solodovnik commented on GSOC-298: > --------------------------------------- > > Hello [~rawkintrevo], > > I far as I can see MAHOUT has own JIRA > https://issues.apache.org/jira/projects/MAHOUT/issues/MAHOUT-2165?filter=allopenissues > > and seems to actively used I would like to move this issue to MAHOUT project > Would it be OK? :) > > > Apache Mahout: Refactoring the Website > > -------------------------------------- > > > > Key: GSOC-298 > > URL: https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/GSOC-298 > > Project: Comdev GSOC > > Issue Type: Wish > > Reporter: Trevor Grant > > Priority: Major > > Labels: gsoc2025, mahout, mentor > > > > h2. *Synopsis* > > Apache Mahout has been evolving, with a recent shift in focus toward > > {*}Quantum Computing (Qumat){*}. However, the official website does not > > currently reflect this transition, making it difficult for developers and > > contributors to engage with Mahout’s new direction. Additionally, legacy > > components like *MapReduce and Samsara* are no longer actively developed > > but still occupy prominent space on the website. > > This project aims to *refactor the Apache Mahout website* to: > > # *Bring Quantum Computing (Qumat) front and center* as the new core focus > > of the project. > > # *Deprecate outdated technologies (MapReduce and Samsara)* while keeping > > the documentation intact with clear deprecation warnings. > > # *Improve website structure, navigation, and content organization* to > > enhance accessibility and usability. > > By executing these changes, this project will ensure that new and existing > > users can quickly access relevant information while keeping historical > > documentation available in a structured manner. > > h2. *Benefits to the Community* > > A well-organized and up-to-date website is essential for any open-source > > project. This proposal offers multiple benefits to the Apache Mahout > > community: > > h3. *1. Highlighting Quantum Computing (Qumat)* > > * Restructure the website so that {*}Qumat-related content is the primary > > focus{*}. > > * Ensure that all documentation, blogs, and tutorials related to Qumat are > > *easily discoverable* from the homepage. > > h3. *2. Deprecating MapReduce and Samsara* > > * Add *clear deprecation warnings* to pages related to MapReduce and > > Samsara. > > * Ensure these technologies remain accessible for historical reference but > > {*}indicate that they are no longer actively maintained{*}. > > h3. *3. Improved Navigation and Accessibility* > > * Design a *more intuitive navigation system* for easy exploration of > > different sections. > > * Ensure smooth access to {*}documentation, blogs, and learning > > resources{*}. > > h3. *4. Updating Outdated Content* > > * Perform a *full website audit* to identify obsolete articles, guides, > > and references. > > * Refresh and rewrite content where necessary, focusing on Mahout’s latest > > advancements. > > h3. *5. Engaging New Contributors* > > * A modern, user-friendly website will attract *more developers, > > researchers, and open-source contributors* to the project. > > h2. *Deliverables* > > h3. *1. Website Restructuring* > > * Modify the *homepage and navigation bar* to prominently feature *Quantum > > Computing (Qumat)* as the main focus. > > * Ensure Qumat-related documentation and blog posts are front and center. > > h3. *2. Deprecation of MapReduce and Samsara* > > * Add *banner notifications* on all MapReduce and Samsara pages marking > > them as deprecated. > > * Ensure clear explanations so users understand these technologies are no > > longer in active development. > > h3. *3. Content Review & Updates* > > * Perform a *recursive LS audit* to identify outdated and redundant > > content. > > * Update old blogs and articles to align with Mahout’s latest developments. > > h3. *4. Improved Website Navigation* > > * Implement a *modern, responsive, and mobile-friendly* navigation system. > > * Optimize loading speed and ensure smooth user experience. > > h3. *5. Documentation Enhancement* > > * Ensure all {*}essential documentation is accessible from the homepage{*}. > > * Improve the *readability and structure* of the docs. > > h2. *Technical Details* > > The project will utilize: > > * *HTML, CSS, JavaScript* for website front-end improvements. > > * *Modern front-end frameworks* (if required) to enhance UX/UI. > > * *Shell scripting or Python* to perform a *recursive LS* audit of the > > website structure. > > * *Version control via GitHub* for tracking changes and ensuring > > collaboration. > > h2. *Expected Outcomes* > > ✅ A *refactored website* that clearly emphasizes {*}Quantum Computing > > (Qumat){*}. > > ✅ A *deprecated but accessible* archive for MapReduce and Samsara. > > ✅ An *updated and well-structured content repository* for Mahout users and > > contributors. > > ✅ An *intuitive, user-friendly website* that engages both new and existing > > users. > > h2. *Timeline (12+ Weeks, Full-Time Commitment - 30 hrs/week)* > > h3. *Community Bonding (Weeks 1-2)* > > * Engage with mentors and the Mahout community. > > * Gather feedback on website restructuring priorities. > > * Set up the development environment and review existing website > > architecture. > > h3. *Phase 1: Planning & Initial Development (Weeks 3-6)* > > * Redesign homepage and navigation bar to prioritize {*}Qumat{*}. > > * Identify and start modifying MapReduce and Samsara pages with > > {*}deprecation warnings{*}. > > * Conduct a *recursive LS audit* to locate outdated files and redundant > > content. > > h3. *Phase 2: Implementation & Testing (Weeks 7-10)* > > * Implement the *new website navigation* and homepage. > > * Update and restructure documentation and blog content. > > * Optimize the website’s *file structure* based on LS audit findings. > > * Conduct extensive testing for {*}responsiveness, accessibility, and > > performance{*}. > > h3. *Phase 3: Content Finalization & Refinement (Weeks 11-12+)* > > * Finalize deprecation notices for MapReduce and Samsara. > > * Ensure {*}all Qumat-related content is easily accessible{*}. > > * Perform last-minute optimizations and bug fixes. > > * Gather final feedback from the community and document all changes. > > 🔹 *Total Timeline: 350+ hrs* > > h2. *Why This Should Be a GSoC Project* > > This project directly aligns with *Google Summer of Code’s mission* to > > enhance open-source software. By modernizing the Apache Mahout website, we > > ensure that its {*}new focus on Quantum Computing (Qumat) is clearly > > reflected{*}, making it easier for developers and researchers to engage > > with Mahout’s latest advancements. > > Additionally, this project is well-scoped for GSoC, combining {*}front-end > > development, content management, and structured auditing{*}—all crucial > > aspects for a website overhaul. > > h2. *Mentorship & Feasibility* > > * The project has *clear, well-defined goals* and structured milestones. > > * It will be mentored by an *experienced Apache Mahout maintainer* who is > > applying for the mentor role. > > * The tasks are technically feasible within the GSoC timeframe. > > h2. *Conclusion* > > Refactoring the Apache Mahout website is *essential* for reflecting its > > *new focus on Quantum Computing (Qumat)* while ensuring historical > > documentation remains accessible. By modernizing the site, we enhance > > usability, improve accessibility, and help new users quickly understand > > Mahout’s direction. > > This project will *significantly enhance Mahout’s online presence* and > > ensure the community stays well-informed and engaged. > > > > > > -- > This message was sent by Atlassian Jira > (v8.20.10#820010) > > --------------------------------------------------------------------- > To unsubscribe, e-mail: gsoc-unsubscr...@community.apache.org > For additional commands, e-mail: gsoc-h...@community.apache.org > > --------------------------------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe, e-mail: gsoc-unsubscr...@community.apache.org For additional commands, e-mail: gsoc-h...@community.apache.org
