Re: PostgreSQL.org Design Proposal

I love it, it's very well done, professional, and fresh.

Gavin

Omar Kilani wrote:

> Dear PostgreSQL Users and Developers,
>
> We would like to propose the following design as the basis for a new
> postgresql.org.
>
> http://treehou.se/~emily/postgresql_design_proposal.png
>
> We are submitting this proposal as we, and many other users and
> developers, feel that the current site portrays PostgreSQL in a less
> than flattering light.
>
> Whilst the beta concept design is a great improvement upon the
> existing site, we believe that our design proposal conveys a
> professional image and portrays PostgreSQL as distinct amongst open
> source projects that use a similar look and feel to the beta site.
>
> Additionally, this proposal focuses on reducing information overload,
> providing a clean interface while simplifying and consolidating the
> vast amount of material on the site.
>
> A survey of users and colleagues suggests that there may be interest
> in adopting this design, and so, we would like to know if there is
> interest amongst pgsql-www and pgsql-advocacy.
>
> We are willing to move forward with the design of the rest of the site
> if there is some interest in our proposal. We estimate that full
> migration and consolidation of current content and sites would take
> approximately one month, if not less, using a content management
> system to ease administration and maintenance. The main site can be
> finished in line with the release of PostgreSQL 8, which I understand
> is a couple of weeks away.
>
> Thanks for your time.
>
> Best Regards,
> Omar Kilani
> - and -
> Emily Boyd
>
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