"Paul Giaccone" < wrote
Beth Jacobson wrote:
Inspired by a recent discussion on the "Why Use Boost?" thread, I've started working on a new web page designed to briefly answer that question for each library. The libraries arranged in groups meant to appeal to particular users and interests with an eye to encouraging browsing and making it easier for users to home in on the type of library appropriate to them.
Excellent, Beth, good job! This is just the sort of thing I had in mind and would have done if other constraints on my time had permitted. Thank you! I hope this or something very similar will be put somewhere prominently on the Boost website as I think it will be a very valuable asset for both potential and existing users.
My problem is that it just isnt Generic enough, but just someone elses grouping (nor is the current grouping any better) . Whats needed is some sort of generic grouping mechanism with a choice of grouping algorithms and /or keywords. That would be more in the spirit of boost. (The nearest thing currently is the Google box. ) Of course whether the technology a) exists b) is acceptable on the website.... is another matter. regards Andy little