[Python-Dev] PEP: Migrating the Python CVS to Subversion

["Martin v. Löwis"]

M.-A. Lemburg wrote:
>>and on python.org instead of sf.net. To facilitate discussion,
>>I have drafted a PEP describing the rationale for doing so, and
>>the technical procedure to be performed.
> 
> 
> Not sure about the move to svn.python.org. This would
> bind additional developer resources for doing administration
> work.

True. OTOH, there already is a subversion on svn.python.org,
and administrative work is likely only about creating new
accounts. I guess the current SF project admins would help
out if help is needed.

> If SF is such a show-stopper

It is at the moment, atleast: there currently is not svn
support on sf.net.

> would it be reasonable to
> look for managed alternatives, such as eg. CollabNet (who
> funded Subversion development) ?

Perhaps. Somebody would need to research the precise migration
procedure. I once tried to move the Python CVS to Sunsite
(or its successors), and gave up after half a year of getting
nowhere; I'm personally not keen on repeating such an experience.

However, if somebody stepped forward to do the actual work
(perhaps based on the draft PEP), I would happily hand this
project over (it would be good if that volunteer would set
a deadline for negotiations with the new host).

Regards,
Martin