On Apr 1, 2012, at 1:24 PM, Janek Warchoł wrote:
> Do you think i've chosen a good order of attach in my plan?
> My problem is that i will have significantly more time in the second
> half of the project. However, i've read that it's better to start
> with the most important (on thus often most difficult) part of the
> project, because it's better for mid-term evaluations.
>
Start with horizontal spacing. Always start with horizontal spacing.
Everything comes down to horizontal spacing. Horizontal spacing.
>>
>
> I'll try. However, GNU application guidelines say
>
> "What software will be added or changed? What parts of the project's
> code will be affected? Which documentation will you update?
> When we read this section of your proposal, we will be trying to
> figure out how well you understand what needs to be done. We're more
> likely to accept proposals from students who show us that they know
> what needs to be done."
>
> - that's why i tried to say something about the technical details.
>
It's just the opposite - the use of technical details shows a lack of clarity
of understanding, as it attaches importance to things that may change depending
on the implementation as opposed to design. Stay on the design level. I'd
define early on the concepts of engraver and grob and then use them as a
ritornello.
>
> "Remember to mention any periods during the summer when you won't
> actually be available to work on the project"
>
Just mention the periods - don't mention why (or just put exams). The less
text the better. Imagine that every word they read costs 1 unit of attention
down the line for something that's really important.
>>
>
> Why do you think i should not mention this? Is it because it's a
> "negative message"?
>
No, because it is undercutting the worth of your work. GNU is not there to
finance other LilyPond developers - they're there to finance you. You need to
be confident and assertive and sell yourself. They need to have the impression
that you know exactly what you're doing, know exactly how you're going to go
about it, and that you're worth every penny of what you're going to do.
Cheers,
MS
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