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Re: Bounty to port DTP software Scribus to AmigaOS 4
Posted on 26-Jul-2013 7:58:47
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I find it a bit odd that DiscreetFX should (intentionally?) hint at their own past problems (e.g. no Amiga version of Aladdin 4D v6). While I'm not advocating they pretend it never happened, it does seem strange for them to intentionally raise that issue again despite not having anything good to say about it...
As far as THIS bounty is concerned, I'm a bit worried about the "performance bounty" part. I'm really not sure how someone can 'prove' they have done 25% of the work, when 25% of a port will probably be non-functional or at least useless & buggy. Paying for an incomplete version didn't exactly go well for Aladdin 4D v6 either, did it?
So far I don't see much evidence that DiscreetFX have learnt from their (many) past mistakes  Last edited by ChrisH on 26-Jul-2013 at 08:08 AM.
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Re: Bounty to port DTP software Scribus to AmigaOS 4
Posted on 26-Jul-2013 8:23:47
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Re: Bounty to port DTP software Scribus to AmigaOS 4
Posted on 26-Jul-2013 9:39:37
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A complex task should be splitted in different bounties that are precise defined and exactly checkable and approvable. "X% working" is not a good definition for a bounty. |
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Re: Bounty to port DTP software Scribus to AmigaOS 4
Posted on 26-Jul-2013 10:15:27
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You make very valued points. Thanx a bunch for your feedback. I'll update the bounty requirements to be more clear. Last edited by DiscreetFX on 26-Jul-2013 at 10:16 AM.
Last edited by DiscreetFX on 26-Jul-2013 at 10:16 AM.
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Re: Bounty to port DTP software Scribus to AmigaOS 4
Posted on 26-Jul-2013 10:48:14
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Have you checked the Scribus dependencies first before suggesting this bounty? IMHO it will be a giant step to even get all the basic pieces we need.
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Re: Bounty to port DTP software Scribus to AmigaOS 4
Posted on 26-Jul-2013 18:33:03
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I often wonder if DiscreetFX do *any* real research (and/or discuss with people knowledgable on the relevant subject) before making these "news announcements". If it was me, I'd email people first or start a thread to discuss options, and only IF things looked positive would I even consider doing a big announcement. Rather more work, and a lot less fun, but you're also much less likely to end-up with egg on your face.
Since that never seems to happen, it does lend credence (rightly or wrongly) to the idea they are doing it more for the attention (and/or temporary boost to their sales), and are less interested in the actual end results. If that's wrong, then they really ought to put in a bit more thought & discussion before any announcements. We still have a lot of smart people left, and I'm sure they'd be willing to discuss things. Last edited by ChrisH on 26-Jul-2013 at 06:34 PM.
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Re: Bounty to port DTP software Scribus to AmigaOS 4
Posted on 27-Jul-2013 13:45:50
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And what is with the Money what the Amiga Future get from you???
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Re: Bounty to port DTP software Scribus to AmigaOS 4
Posted on 27-Jul-2013 21:20:24
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Think you misunderstood, I also did not get my donation refunded.
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Re: Bounty to port DTP software Scribus to AmigaOS 4
Posted on 27-Jul-2013 21:53:42
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Understood and that's a bummer. I'm glad to send it to you, PM me with the amount please.
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Re: Bounty to port DTP software Scribus to AmigaOS 4
Posted on 28-Jul-2013 4:20:59
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Do I understand correctly that you are waiting for funds?
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Re: Bounty to port DTP software Scribus to AmigaOS 4
Posted on 28-Jul-2013 18:33:04
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Apparently, Andreas thinks that DiscreetFX owes him money. If I had to guess, I'd say DFX had some advertisement printed in Amiga Future and didn't pay the bills. Just guessing though. |
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Re: Bounty to port DTP software Scribus to AmigaOS 4
Posted on 28-Jul-2013 23:58:39
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Re: Bounty to port DTP software Scribus to AmigaOS 4
Posted on 30-Jul-2013 3:49:51
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Apparently, Andreas thinks that DiscreetFX owes him money. If I had to guess, I'd say DFX had some advertisement printed in Amiga Future and didn't pay the bills. Just guessing though.
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