[reportlab-users] Re: ReportLab Developer Network - RFC

[Derek Basch]

Andy,
Hello. Im a bit of a lurker on this list but I had to
comment on the Developers Network. I think it is a
great idea! It's nice to see that you have not
forgotten the smaller people and the contributions we
can make. Reportlabs commitment to open source has
given small (and poor) developers (like me) the chance
to utilize a powerful set of tools. 

>for individuals, tiny firms doing Python work, "good
>causes" and universities, we will often grant a
>production license for one server or project. This
>is the main benefit of joining. However, you have to
>tell us what the intended use is.

I believe I would fit in the "tiny firms doing python
work" category above. I certainly don't have the
technical wizardry of Jerome but I have managed to
build many great reports using Zope and Reportlab. :)

>FREE membership for those willing to make a
>measurable and regular contribution e.g.
>packager/tester on some platform, contribute
>specific >features, detailed  reviewing or
>contributing to docco.  Note that this will need to
>be "re-earned" each year.  Some key contributors
>will be given membership in respect of work to date.

The decent documentation for Platypus was a great draw
for me to get started using Reportlab. It is very
smart of you to see that documentation is crucial. I
would jump at the chance to contribute to reportlab in
exchange for use of the commercial tools.
Well, thats my 2 cents.

Congrats on The Success,
Derek Basch



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