From: Lloyd Zusman Date: 2005-11-20T10:21:11+09:00 Subject: Re: An alternative to Gems Gregory Brown writes: > On 11/19/05, Lloyd Zusman wrote: > >> I'm not going to get involved in this discussion other than to make one >> small point: Trans _has_ coded up an alternative. Re-read his paragraph >> above (the one which starts with the words "So I'd like to know ..."). > > I am fully ignorant to the Gem issues, except for the latest annoying > issue with RubyForge and 1.8.3 / 1.8.4 gems. > > So I certainly shouldn't pass judgement on who is right or wrong. > However, if Trans has coded something up, it would be a much more > powerful argument if we could actually see the code in action. As Trans mentioned, he is cleaning up that code and fully intends to make it available. I think he gave a clear summary of his methodology, and he asked for feedback. All that seems perfectly appropriate to me, and I'm sure that we will soon be able to get our hands on the system that he has created. For the record, I like gems and use them a lot. I have had problems with them in the past, but lately, I haven't had any major issues. This is probably due to the fact that the code keeps getting updated and improved. Furthermore, I'm always willing to explore alternatives to the software that I currently use, and therefore, I'm eager to take look at Trans' system, when it becomes available. -- Lloyd Zusman ljz@asfast.com God bless you.