Tim Archambault wrote:
In regard to the comment about lack of an interface, I view this as a
benefit of the tool.
Whether I'm developing with Python, PHP, Coldfusion, .NET, Java, etc.
I can create my own customizable interface. As a coldfusion programmer
with moderate programming capabilities, this tool is perfect for my
needs.
That's good to hear. I never meant that a GUI should replace anything at
all. Did it come out that way?
As the product evolves, it is only natural to add capabilities and
features. Some of these should be available from different interfaces,
including GUI(s). However one should be able to interface with the
application at different levels. When Solr gets more complex over time,
care must be taken so it does not get complicated. There might be
numerous more points of entry into a more complex product. It is
necessary to keep things simple as well as providing centralized
configuration possibilities. Following this philosophy, Solr users will
be able to choose their level of interaction.
(In a metaphor, some people prefer using GNU/Linux just by installing a
distro; others compile and become best friends with the command line.)
Eivind
