[Python-Dev] Python 2.3 patch cut-off date

[Jason Tishler]

Guido,

On Thu, May 09, 2002 at 08:43:49AM -0400, Guido van Rossum wrote:
> > OK, but that makes planning by patch submitters more challenging.
> 
> [snip]
> I'd rather slip a schedule than release shoddy work.

Sorry for being unclear, but you misunderstood me.  I completely agree
with the above.

My point was not having a (proposed) deadline makes me feel that I have
to drop everything in order a guarantee submitting a patch "on time."
You have already indicated that you would not necessarily wait for
Cygwin patches.

I would rather have clearly stated deadlines that are subject to change
(i.e., slippage).  In this way, volunteers can better plan their time.
Can I play with my daughter now or should I submit a patch?  Can I go
to sleep now or should I submit a patch?  Etc.

Jason