On 12/08/20 08:25, Howie DeFelice wrote:
This is a good example of why open source development is so important, especially for a small volunteer organization. A large, complex problem like developing a satellite is a difficult task for a small group of volunteers working countless hours. When the project can be reviewed by dozens of eyes all over the world more progress can be made in less time. We are about to launch a satellite that will most likely have the same issue unfortunately.
Howie,
A corollary to your statement is: too many cooks spoil the broth.
Anyone can join the GOLF software development effort as a volunteer. All one has to do is ask, and be verified as a "US Person". That gets you in the door, so to speak, to look at the software.
However, don't expect that those who have put in the years (decades, in some circumstances) will rewrite the codebase to based on your views, opinions, or concerns, valid or not.
"Open Source" isn't a panacea, nor is it the only solution to complex software development. I support OSS, but I also support not-OSS, depending on my needs. I enjoy earning a living developing systems which I don't then give away to customers for free.
You, and others, have done much to try to discredit the development process that AMSAT has in place. I had hoped that these shenanigans would stop with the end of the election, but I'm proven wrong again.
--- Zach N0ZGO