[Ubuntu] Google Summer of Code for OSGeo-Live/UbuntuGIS/DebianGIS?

[Andreas Tille]

On Sat, Feb 08, 2014 at 06:39:08AM +1100, Cameron Shorter wrote:
> Hi all,
> I'm wondering whether we should put forward a
> "debiangis/ubuntugis/osgeolive packaging" idea as a Google Summer of
> Code project?
> 
> In particular, I could see the focus would be on packaging of java
> packages, which to date have been difficult. It would involve
> researching best practices, providing recommendations based upon
> research, liaising with projects and packaging communities, and
> implementing the packaging.
> 
> I reckon it would be hugely valuable, and also a great stretch task
> for a student.
> 
> Thoughts?

+1

> Anyone wish to volunteer as a mentor?

I will not be able to work as a mentor but I'd be happy to sponsor
packages to Debian.

Kind regards

        Andreas.

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