[dokuwiki] Re: MediaWiki has another book coming out - why not DokuWiki?

Very cool!

On Mon, Jul 28, 2008 at 6:23 PM, Whil Hentzen <cms08@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> Hi folks,
>
> Long time listener, first time caller. (Isn't it funny how, when you lurk on
> a list for a long time, you feel like you know everyone, but then you have
> to remember that NO ONE knows you?)
>
> (This may get long. I'm a chatterbox. Get another cup of coffee.)
>
> I'm a independent software developer in Milwaukee, WI. Been writing systems
> for customers for 20+ years. Started using DW at the beginning of the year
> to help build systems specifications and documentation in collaboration with
> my customers.
>
> In my copious spare time, I've also written about a dozen books on various
> aspects of software development, primarily database, but a couple of other
> topics as well. As I started using DW, I realized that it was a perfect tool
> for independent developers like myself - and decided to write a book on how
> to use it, from the perspective of a guy like me.
>
> DW should be a tool in the toolkit of every software developer. All the
> requirements were there: Easy to install and deploy, powerful and flexible
> to use. Nice folks in the community. What could be better?
>
> Anyways, I started working on a book and have now gotten to the point where
> I'm ready to have a couple of folks review drafts. If you're interested, let
> me know and I'll fill you in on the details, how the process works, etc.
>
> If you contact me direct at
>
>  whil [[at]] hentzenwerke //dott// com
>
> as opposed to simply replying to the list, I'll see it sooner.
>
> Here's a tentative outline:
>
> The Basics
>
> 1. Another Boring Introduction
> 2. Quick Install
> 3. The Installer in Detail
> 4. User Editing and Page Formatting
> 5. Creating a Wiki Structure  (name spaces)
> 6. Version Mania: Change, Revisions, Drafts and Stuff
> 7. Important Configuration Options
> 8. Your First Template
> 9. Your First Plugins
> 10. Deploying and Upgrading
> 11. Making the Install RAD
>
> The Advanced Stuff
>
> 12. Under the Hood: Folders, Files, and Program Flow
> 13. A Security Smörgåsbord
> 14. Authentication with Backends
> 15. Data: Understanding, Securing, Moving, Backing Up
> 16. Email and RSS
> 17. Farm Install
> 19. Creating a Template
> 20. Creating a Plugin
> 21. How Do I...? (Weird Question Time)
>
> The Reference
>
> 22. A Plethora of Configuration Options
> 23. A Plethora of Plugins
> 24. A Plethora of Templates
>
> The Software Developer's Guide to Using DW
>
> 25. User Scenarios
> 26. A Sample Specification, Wiki-Style
>
> Like I said, this is tentative. I'm sure to lose interest in a couple of
> these chapters along the way. :) The last section needs work, too.
>
> What's in it for you? You'll get your name in the acks, a free copy or two
> (particularly good if you want to show off to potential clients or
> employers) and dinner's on me should we ever meet up face to face.
>
> As with open source software, with enough eyes, all typos are shallow. I've
> done this collaborative book review with the last couple books I've done and
> it's had the dual benefits of producing a much better product and developing
> some new friendships.
>
> The commitment isn't onerous, but it's not one to take lightly either. If
> you think you might be interested, holler and we can talk more. Hope to hear
> from you.
>
> Whil Hentzen
> Milwaukee, WI
> www.hentzenwerke.com
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