Re: gnuherds development

[Davi Leal]

Duarte Loreto wrote:
> > 1) What do you think about Gnuherds?

> > 2) What do you expect from this project?
>
> Replying to the two in one, since I can't separate what I think from what I
> expect.
>
> I think it is too ambitious. It is aiming a very high goal that I'm not
> sure will be archiavable without support by a major OSS company or entity
> backing, which probably colides with the democratic statute.

People is the main point, so the democratic association.

GNU Herds is a tool, as any software. I hope we finish the current tasks so 
that I can begin to explore the new features.


> Since FSF/RMS are showing incoherent and contraditory messages towards
> the project, my guess is that it will be a proof of concept or, at most,
> a niche hub to link small donators with small projects looking for funds.

It is a pity FSF/RMS has failed at this! Anyway the FSF is lending as a hand 
with the project hosting.


> Take into consideration that I'm not very optimistic by nature and that may
> hinder my capability to see the project's future. 10 years ago I never
> expected to see OSS being used so much in companies as I currently see...

GNU Herds can evolve following several paths.


> 3) How would you like to contribute?
>
> I started by being the Portuguese translator and I believe I'll remain
> doing that task as best as I know.

Thank you for all your work Duarte!