[Desktop Help] Security & Privacy - Input Request: lp120381

[Doug Smythies]

On 2014.01.15 23:06 Greg Beam wrote:

> Unfortunately, I've put most of the things I had in the pipeline on
> hold, as I think there are several major issues which need to be
> resolved before any real progress can be made on Desktop help.

> Work is being judged against a standard / policy the contributors cannot
> validate against before submission, basically it does not exist, or if
> it does, I can't find it. The work-flow is unclear regarding redress or
> reworking of material. The styles guide is, for the most part, obsolete
> for Desktop Help. I've already covered the build process issues in the
> Wiki, enough said there. The latest revision of the SG I could find was
> mid 2011, so that's a wash. There are references to the Gnome guide, but
> is that what should be used for the Unity DE ..  

> Until the structural problems are resolved, I'm not sure how productive
> volunteer contributors, those not familiar with the system of the past,
> can be.

The amount you learned/contributed/questioned in approximately 1 week
was absolutely astounding. It would sure be great if you would
consider to continue as your help is greatly appreciated.

All of us are well aware of the issues. The project was pretty
much non-existent for the 13.04 release cycle, and we have
done our best to resurrect it.

I can't help but think a contributing triggering event for you was
the Merge Proposal we had a difference of option with. I have
struggled all day with what to say on the subject, but in the
end all I can say is that I stand by my comments, and respect
yours.

... Doug