[boost] Re: Re: 1.31.0 regressions

From: Pavel Vozenilek (pavel_vozenilek_at_[hidden])
Date: 2004-02-18 09:39:39

From: "Bronek Kozicki" <brok_at_[hidden]>

> However, I do suggest that *if there is new branch* of boost,
> many regression tests targeted at old (nonconforming) compilers should
> be pulled out from this branch. Effectively, to make new features
> available for old compilers, these features have to be back-ported to
> the "old branch". 
>
I am afraid it woudn't work very well:

- There are many small fixed and updates and
   these could be easily be missed. 
- The effort to keep multiple branches of Boost 
   would take more than maintaining current state.

I'd prefere to keep current mode for 1-2 years.

/Pavel