[boost] Re: FORMAL review process not working well?

From: David Abrahams (dave_at_[hidden])
Date: 2004-10-30 10:38:13

"Andreas Huber" <ahd6974-spamgroupstrap_at_[hidden]> writes:

> I'm rather skeptical about that approach. Groups of similarly capable
> people are usually not very good at *designing* a library (unless
> there's a boss who has the last word on all the decisions). However, I
> think groups are unbeatable at uncovering design-flaws. So the best
> designs are initially often invented by an individual and the input
> later given by a group (users, boost-members, etc.) should then be
> used to refine until both sides are satisfied. Unfortunately, this
> puts most of the burden on the library submitter but I think it is the
> best process if you aim for high quality.

Yes.  Boost emphasizes ownership by design, for that reason among
others.

-- 
Dave Abrahams
Boost Consulting
http://www.boost-consulting.com