[openbeos] Re: Site Audit

On Fri, Oct 10, 2008 at 2:59 PM, Karl vom Dorff <karl@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> It's probably no surprise to many of you (as you see the number of files on
> Haikuware increase) that I've been spending the last while auditing BeBits.

Yes, it is no surprise and I think it is a very useful thing, so
thanks for doing it.

> The point is, I'd like to salvage as much BeOS software as possible. I'd
> like to ask the community to contribute any missing files (that I'm sure
> they have on CDs in their basements) my way, so I can fill the missing gaps.
> I've tried to keep a record (sometimes GoogleDocs crashed on me) of the
> missing files, and for the most part, should be pretty complete. You can
> view the documents here (in XLS, ODF):

I will look through the list at some point, as I may have some of
those archived somewhere. I also have a couple of the BeSpecific CDs
from Adamation, which might have some of the stuff you are missing, as
well as stuff not even on BeBits.

> Lastly, I know the design of Haikuware lacks in function, speed, and
> aesthetics (compared to BeBits). Once I'm done with all the files, I'll be
> re-designing the website and hope to have it ready for the Alpha 1 release.
> I'm looking at an RoR design perhaps. Something that will be able to stand a
> huge database and lots of traffic. I'm also looking to create a unique
> website that will combine the best parts of VersionTracker, BeBits,
> Download.com, etc. Therefore, if anyone can recommend a good developer/team
> or has any suggestions I'd be greatful. Also, if anyone here thinks they may
> be up to this task (I'd like to keep the work in the community if possible),
> contact me privately with your resume. It has to be someone with serious
> credentials (not a Joomla hacker like me) with 6-8 weeks of full-time
> labour. A full proposal is in the works, and will probably be 20-30 pages.
> Ask for my budget - serious enquiries only please.

I can probably help you with this. As you may or may not know, I have
been in the Ruby community since 2001, and have been doing Ruby on
Rails work professionally for about 2 years. I am currently working
independently as a consultant, so could probably do a lot of this work
for you. I will contact you privately with more information.

Regards,
Ryan

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