Simon Veteran Posted November 25, 2008 Veteran Share Posted November 25, 2008 Well, here we are. Over the weekend, I've pushed the idea of Shift Linux out to as many people as possible. But who's in for it? We're looking for people to help; that's the only way open source can work, if people want to be involved. Whether you're a programmer, a developer, or a prospective user, we need your skills and ideas to get Shift done. This thread will be used for you to "apply". If you'd rather PM me or one of the other team members, go ahead; it will have the same effect. Shift is not a full time job. It's something to do on the side. So there it is. The offer is on the table. Do you want to help? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kami- Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 I'm a bit busy with work commitments right now, but if you still require help in a few months i'll check back with you. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sanctified Veteran Posted November 25, 2008 Veteran Share Posted November 25, 2008 I would love to help, but Im not a programmer. How people who cant do code can help the project? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Veteran Posted November 25, 2008 Author Veteran Share Posted November 25, 2008 I would love to help, but Im not a programmer. How people who cant do code can help the project? Ideas. We can never, ever run out of ideas to implement. As a potential user, we're aiming this entire thing at you, so if you want to help out, the best thing you can do is contribute your ideas, no idea how outlandish they may seem to you, and to keep tabs on this forum, vote in polls, fill out surveys, or whatever we post up. Again, no commitment, but a lot of help. Also, bug reports. You'll see most companies hire people specifically for the purpose of bug testing. While we aren't a big company, in fact we don't even have any money, we need volunteers to just keep us in check as we wander off into developer world :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian M. Veteran Posted November 25, 2008 Veteran Share Posted November 25, 2008 Ideas. We can never, ever run out of ideas to implement. As a potential user, we're aiming this entire thing at you, so if you want to help out, the best thing you can do is contribute your ideas, no idea how outlandish they may seem to you, and to keep tabs on this forum, vote in polls, fill out surveys, or whatever we post up. Again, no commitment, but a lot of help.Also, bug reports. You'll see most companies hire people specifically for the purpose of bug testing. While we aren't a big company, in fact we don't even have any money, we need volunteers to just keep us in check as we wander off into developer world :p There's also things like graphics etc - not all development has to do with coding :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capr Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 I would like to be updated on this and share my ideas however I will be unable to install it and actually work on it hands on until the end of july when I return home to my "office" and can actually do stuff.... please keep me on any mailing list for this and I will chip in as soon as I can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrimsonRedMk Member Posted November 25, 2008 Member Share Posted November 25, 2008 Oh hey, I'm in. It'll be mostly exploring the new ideas and looking at implementation and getting juicy ISOs out to the masses...just like in the days of 0.5! :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sanctified Veteran Posted November 25, 2008 Veteran Share Posted November 25, 2008 Also, bug reports. You'll see most companies hire people specifically for the purpose of bug testing. Im in if you need testers. But be aware, I use a macbook pro. Drivers could be a nightmare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Veteran Posted November 25, 2008 Author Veteran Share Posted November 25, 2008 I use a MacBook Pro too, believe me, it will work out :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrimsonRedMk Member Posted November 25, 2008 Member Share Posted November 25, 2008 And I use an iMac. Seems we're all in a similar boat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Veteran Posted November 25, 2008 Author Veteran Share Posted November 25, 2008 Anybody have a PC we can borrow? :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sanctified Veteran Posted November 25, 2008 Veteran Share Posted November 25, 2008 Shift Linux, the official Neowin distro for Macs :p BTW, there is already a thread for ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lechio Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 I'd like to participate. I can contribute with a bit scripting and the usual "hacks"... :) My knowledge of GTK is not very advanced, would be more comfortable with QT but I'm willing to learn. So... Python scripting/programming, "hacks", interface designs, small graphic work... Give me homework. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i_was_here Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 I *might* be willing to test on my PC. Otherwise Ill just contribute ideas (I can neither code nor design :p). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-T- Member Posted November 25, 2008 Member Share Posted November 25, 2008 I'll be happy to contribute in any non coding way that I can, testing or idea's. I've a load of assorted hardware so I can try my best to ensure things work out with what I have Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markwolfe Veteran Posted November 25, 2008 Veteran Share Posted November 25, 2008 I can help. I definitely won't be able to lead anything, but will participate as I can. Suggestions, testing, simple gruntwork (non-programming, really). If we include fluxbox, you have my experiences in that area to finesse it the way you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian M. Veteran Posted November 25, 2008 Veteran Share Posted November 25, 2008 And I use an iMac. Seems we're all in a similar boat Does our entire current team use Macs? :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panacik Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 I remember testing it before for Barney long ago and it was VERY buggy back then, however i have more time now its coming up to Christmas, so i dont mind testing and giving feedback and ideas. Is it a full install now or still just a live boot disk? Oh... and im a PC user :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Veteran Posted November 25, 2008 Veteran Share Posted November 25, 2008 Does our entire current team use Macs? :p no, i am techinaclly still in the team but yeah, ill stay in, ill try to help :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AbandonedTrolley Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 Anybody have a PC we can borrow? :p Can use mine, I'm more than willing to install and use as a main OS tbh. Only thing I do on my laptop nowdays are messenger and web browsing with the odd torrent download thown in too. Will read up a bit mroe when I get home but I'm willing to help out with things on an ideas/bugs front. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unto Darkness Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 I *might* be willing to test on my PC. Otherwise Ill just contribute ideas (I can neither code nor design :p ). Me too. But I could help by reporting bugs! PC user here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ßéár Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 I can help test, if you guys need testers. I need something worth doing in the winter anyways. :p Btw: I am not on a mac, PC FTW (unless someone will give me a macbook :shifty: ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inklin Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 I woul;d love to help where i can, I cant do programming stuff <-- my brain couldnt stretch that far haha. But i can help out where possible, Ideas maybe a few fan graphics and a few bits like that. I can also do some web design stuff so if something needs to be done on th shift linux site i may be able to do it although im no expert lol I can try and get hold of a PC for installing shift linux to test it/find bugs maybe, but cant do that right now. Havent got any cash to get a new PC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capr Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 I use a MacBook Pro too, believe me, it will work out :p any chance we can make this the first linux distro that natively recognizes and allows you to work with a tablet? I have a tablet PC t4220 and will be more than happy to dual boot and try this out if you guys really want to do it. and in the summer when i get a new one I will be able to let the development team "barrow" my current tablet and try to get stuff working on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merter Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 I'm definately interested in helping. I've got the time and some coding experience, but very little knowledge around Linux. Studying 3rd year Computer Science bachelors degree at the moment, and I really think this is something I can get stuck into. I tend to forget to check threads, so if there is anything I can help with or you just want a chat on IRC/MSN about it, drop me a pm and i'll get back to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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