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| DATE | 2009-01-29 |
| FROM | Ruben Safir
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| SUBJECT | Re: [NYLXS - HANGOUT] NYLXS Projects
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Ronny Abraham wrote:
> I think Ruben nailed it when he kicked this off by pointing out that
> there was a lack of work on projects. People ultimately take interest
> when there is activity. Not so much when it's only speech.
>
> I have a simple project which I think could show a lot of promise as a
> starting point.
>
> Gnome/KDE both lack a decent outliner. Here is an example of a good
> outliner - http://www.omnigroup.com/applications/omnioutliner/
>
> I think if two or three of us would collaborate on something like
> this, it would start to generate interest and enthusiasm. Generally,
> when there is activity, especially useful activity, people tend to
> take a greater interest. From that point other people might get the
> idea of doing a project of their own, then another group, etc. I
> could be wrong of course, but I think that it's a good idea.
>
> However, while I'm willing to put in a couple of hours a week on this,
> but I'm simply not going to do it if no one else will.
>
> I'd be very pleased if one or two people would be willing to step
> forward and join me on this. It's not even necessary for them to be
> developers either. Just a willingness to put in some time and
> creativity.
>
> Balls in your court guys, I'd love it if you slam it back my way.
>
> -ron
>
>
No the ball is in YOUR court. What specifically would you propose to do
and who do you want to help you.
Ruben
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