We could amend the policy so that precise hardware would be chosen or vetted by someone else in the team (developer team, testing team) so that specs match the intended purpose of the device, but I'd tend to be ok with trusting the contributors on their choices.
I'm also not too worried that we'll find a physical place to store stuff sent back. *I vote (a)* based on the fact that the policy is for people trusted by the project (and the devices can be reclaimed). As for René's comment, I'm not in favour of specifically excluding "accessories", as we could want one day e.g. a stylus pen or similar and I tend to be more in favor of "trust (with limits) until there is an issue" than "plan for every contengency but have to redraft if the needs change a bit"
On 26/03/2024 17:00, Ted Gould wrote:
So I guess I'm kinda stuck with a question: Do we actually want the computers back?
Like, I get the goal, but I kinda feel if we have no way to store them or in any other way process them, having a policy of returning them isn't useful.
I'm also a little bit uncomfortable with a blanket amount, where on travel we can crib on SFC travel policies to work out the details, there's no way to see if it makes sense or just is done to match the budget. It seems unlikely that all of those differing tasks would need exactly the same cost of machine/equipment.
So I guess I have to say C, but definitely am for the indent of getting folks what they need to contribute to Inkscape.
Ted
On Mar 24 2024, at 6:58 am, Jonathan Neuhauser jonathan.neuhauser@outlook.com wrote:
Dear PLC, ==== Background ==== The developer team would like to improve cross platform support, and one measure towards that goal is to improve the access to Windows and macOS machines for core contributors. With merging the GTK4 branch (yay!) I'd like to give this idea a try. I've conducted a poll in the developer chat about whose work would benefit from a macOS / Windows machine, results see below. We require a short device policy for this. It's intentionally simple, as this will be relevant only to people we already trust. I've discussed this with René in advance. ==== Device Policy ==== 1) The Inkscape project entrusts the devices to individual contributors, selected by Project Leadership Committee (PLC) vote. 2) The project asks of the contributor to use the hardware primarily in a way that serves the project goal. Within these boundaries, the contributor may use the devices as they see fit. In particular, they have root (or comparable) permission on those devices, and can configure it to their needs. 3) The project asks the contributors to handle the device with care. 4) The project expects the contributor to return / pass on the device once their cross-platform work is finished, or they stop making meaningful and sustained contributions; gatherings like the Inkscape Summit, FOSDEM or LGM are good opportunities for this. 5) The PLC reserves the right to recall / reclaim the device at any time and the project will cover the shipping costs. 6) When returning the device (4 or 5), the contributor is expected to hand over the device in a usable state. 6) The projects accepts that the device may break while in possession of the contributor. Return or warranty policies should be taken advantage of. In the event of willful or clearly negligent damage, the contributor shall replace the device. ==== Selection of recipients & devices ==== From the poll and previous discussion, the following contributors are interested: - Tavmjong: macOS (Gtk4 development. Cross-platform support) - pbs3141: Windows (Fixing bugs/missing functionality/bad performance in Inkscape and GTK4, improving Visual Studio integration, investigating bundled Mesa/MoltenVK.) - VaibhavMalik4187: macOS (GTK4 migration) - Adam Belis: Windows (Testing on Windows, HiDPI, Touchscreen / Pencil support) Following this vote, these contributors may choose a device that suits their needs, and that they expect to be useful for other developers in the future. For example, Mac Mini Pro + Keyboard, Surface Pro, or just a general Windows machine with maxed out CPU. (They may of course decline the above Device Policy, then they won't get a device.) ==== Budget and Formalities === Allocate USD 2,000 for each contributor listed above for this purpose. The SFC will decide how to formally do this - directly buying the devices or reimbursing them. ==== Vote ==== a) Approve the above device policy, and allocate a total of $8,000. Each of the 4 contributors listed above are eligible to be sent / buy & be reimbursed for a device that they choose, with a per-contributor budget of $2,000. b) Only approve the device policy, I don't agree with the choice of contributors. c) Don't approve either. d) Other: .... Thanks in advance, Jonathan _______________________________________________ Inkscape Board of Directors mailing list -- inkscape-board@lists.inkscape.org To unsubscribe send an email to inkscape-board-leave@lists.inkscape.org
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