Re: Beta Leader?

Marc G. Fournier wrote:
> On Mon, 9 Aug 2004, Josh Berkus wrote:
>
> > Folks,
> >
> > Per our discussion earlier this year, I really think that we could shorten the
> > beta process and make it more effective if someone can step forward to be the
> > "8.0 Beta Leader." This person would have to:
> > 1) track platform tests, namely which platforms have been tested, what they
> > reported, and which have not, including soliciting on the lists for more
> > platform testers;
> > 2) track reported bugs and issues to make sure that they are reported resolved
> > before release.
> >
> > It's not a huge task, but too big for me since I need to get started on the
> > Press Release and translations this week. Does anyone have time? Just a
> > little organization could make a big difference.
>
> Is there a reason why Bruce isn't doing it like he has for all previous
> releases? As he previously held such a role, shouldn't it be he calling
> for someone to take over that role from him?

I am happy for someone else to do it, of course, anytime. I will be
traveling September 5 - October 7 so while I can still do it, having
someone else do it would help.

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