Hi Chas.
I'm not one of the developers, but I've been using webkit nearly exclusively for almost 3 years.
I think that part of the reason that there aren't many bug fixes is that there aren't many bugs. The bugs that are found tend to be pretty simple, and I've seen them get resolved quickly. I think that it's a testament to the simplicity of the framework.
I can't speak for the developers, but I know that Webware is in heavy use by many people. We talk often on this list about getting new release, but it never happens, mainly because the features/bugs have reached a point of good stability, and it's just not crucial for anyone. Also, I expect that lots of people here are willing to use the CVS tip for their work; we don't, but some do. I think that the core developers would certainly fall into the latter category. They're here, and they contribute to troubleshooting for newbies and the like, but there just isn't enough momentum to get constant releases.
Many people (like me) have contemplated getting a release cut, but it's hard to make that commitment when there is client work to do.
I wouldn't say that it has gone through a quiet time or is being renewed; nor would I say that it's stalled. I'd say that it's just chugging along nicely. I'd say that the history of this list is a good barometer, really. Just because there is no "progress" doesn't mean that the code doesn't work. For example, I bet that the core GNU utils don't have many bug fixes, but they're in heavy use ;-)
There have been some similar questions to yours lately; you may benefit from reading the responses to them also.
Good luck in your research.
chas wrote:
... A main concern about a framework - or any software for that matter - is the reliability of the software. This can be indicated by the progress of bug resolution, overcoming weaknesses and other signs of product development. Although I am encourage by Webware's recent developments (WSGI application, web site re-organization), I am discouraged by the slow or apparently non-existent progress of bug fixes plus the time taken between releases (e.g. over one year since the last beta release).
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So, after all that, what do I want to know? I would like to know what the development and general status of Webware is. Has it gone through a quiet time, but now effort being renewed? Or has it, in terms of serious development and bug fixes, stalled? If so, why (e.g. lack of developer support, time, etc.)?
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