telegram inkscape
by Jabier Arraiza
Hi all anyone has get the t.me/inkscape from telegram direction. Its
cool if can delete the acount and the url reserved and send to inkscape
board to manage it.
Whith this inkscape community has the best link to telegram services we
want to add in the future.
Thanks so much in advance.
6 years
Devanagari font rendering not correct
by Raghavendra Kamath
Hi,
I noticed that the Devanagari (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devanagari) font and possibly other indic scripts with overlapping ligatures and diacritics,
Don't render correctly in inkscape. The part where the elements overlap leave a hole, and there is a gap in horrizontal bar at the top.
If I remember correctly this is recent problem after .92 (I will try to get older inkscape version and test this).
I have also filed a bug report here -> https://bugs.launchpad.net/inkscape/+bug/1691631
You can see a screenshot where the same word is written in same font in inkscape and libreoffice here -> https://launchpadlibrarian.net/320136836/inkscapevslibreoffice-devanagari...
Notice the gap in the top horizontal line and also the holes where the top diacritics intersect with the horizontal lines.
I kindly request others to test and check if this problem is present in other scripts where there are overlapping elements, and if they encounter same problem please add comment to the bug report.
This gives a problem for people using inkscape for lettering comics or typesetting using these scripts.
Thank you
--
Raghavendra Kamath
Illustrator
raghukamath.com
6 years
Stable 0.92.1 and gcc-7
by Ken Moffat
I know that trunk has been cleaned up for gcc-7, but some of us
prefer to build rleases. The following patch (backported from trunk,
boy, do I hate bazaar ;) fixed the errors I was getting.
Now, I don't have all the possible deps, so it might be that there
are other problems I haven't seen, but maybe this will help someone.
ĸen
--
I live in a city. I know sparrows from starlings. After that
everything is a duck as far as I'm concerned. -- Monstrous Regiment
6 years
Re: [Inkscape-devel] Any chance we can make some docs material? (targeting the moon)
by Maren Hachmann
Hi,
sorry for the delay. I've been trying things out a bit, and I feel I
haven't seen enough yet, but I won't have time tomorrow, so posting
anyway now.
So, it seems that what we still need for a manual (any kind) is a
platform to create it (not only write, but also output to different
formats).
I have had a chance to look at 3 different platforms on my list, and I'm
trying to outline the pros and cons, as I perceive them, please add
yours to the list. There are many more platforms in existance (see also:
https://github.com/PharkMillups/beautiful-docs#generating-docs), and if
anyone here has some experience with them, please add.
*************
- Gitlab Wiki + X, as suggested by Martin.
WHAT: An online Wiki on gitlab with a source code editor, associated
with a gitlab project.
PROS:
- custom-made to suit the project's individual needs (no specifics yet)
- Preview functionality
CONS:
- only (limited set of) Markdown, RDoc or AsciiDoc
- limited formatting options, formatting not so much about 'roles'
of formatted text, but more about 'looks'
- the backend isn't written yet
- no option for branches via interface (so we could start writing
for trunk, and continue fixing for stable)
- no direct translation support
- support for the backend depends upon a single individual, no user
community
- no WYSIWYG editor
- no GUI access to git repo, for managing where to put uploaded
files etc.
- no GUI for undoing a change (like in a 'normal' Wiki), or looking
at a diff
EXAMPLE (frontend): https://gitlab.com/inkscape/inkscape-web/wikis/home
*************
- Gitlab Editor + Sphinx / readthedocs:
WHAT: A git repository with an online source code editor and
documentation update on readthedocs.org on save (i.e. commit).
PROS:
- available quickly (didn't know how it works exactly, but got it
all up and running with test content within an evening)
- uses git and reStructured Text
- allows to have branches, so devel version features can be
documented when they are coded
- supports translations (not entirely sure how, though, haven't
tested it yet, wanted to send this email instead. E.g. Django docs are
translated. Fallback to English if no translation of a document. I think
they use different branches.)
- free theming, separately for each output format
- free hosting, can also use our own domain name with
readthedocs.org, e.g. docs.inkscape.org
- after installing some programs, tool chain runs locally
- preview via gitlab editor or local editor
- same toolchain can be used for developer documentation (includes
code documentation from docstrings)
- extensible via plugins (haven't had a chance to take a closer look
yet or test any)
- I think it's possible to add a 'edit this page on gitlab' link to
each page, to get new contributors, even when using readthedocs.org (not
tested, but read that others did similar things)
- extremely wide range of export formats via plugins
- infinite hierarchy nesting
- syntax highlighting (e.g. for command line usage instructions, or
extension writers)
- video embedding (not tested)
CONS:
- learning curve for admin (theming, plugins,...)
- learning curve for editors (syntax, workflow)
- no WYSIWYG editor, only preview (incomplete, because doesn't
support all sphinx stuff)
EXAMPLE:
- repository:
https://gitlab.com/Moini/inkscape-extensions-multi-bool/tree/master/docs
- rendered documentation:
http://inkscape-multi-bool-extension.readthedocs.io/en/latest/index.html
*************
- Booktype:
WHAT: A web portal for creating books, hosted by friends of the Inkscape
project.
PROS:
- available right now, no further setup required
- best interface by far, easy and intuitive to use
- team functions, user roles, chat
- prevents concurrent editing
- wide range of export and import formats
- support for themes/settings for specific export formats (e.g.
different font sizes etc.)
- free hosting and maintenance via flossmanuals(fr)
- community of experienced documentors
CONS:
- confinement to django database for version control, more difficult
to get data out of it again for editing
- no direct translation support (make a copy of the book, copy
changes over after doing a comparison in the history)
- limited versioning support (only the latest one can be
edited)
- we'd need to ask someone to add CC-By-SA licence (currently, the
options I got were CC-By, GPL. I guess this would be quick and easy to
solve.)
EXAMPLE (rendered documentation):
https://www.flossmanualsfr.net/initiation-inkscape/
*************
All of them would be FLOSS, have support for internal linking, allow to
insert images and allow editing via browser.
*************
I wish it were possible to combine the ease of use of the booktype
frontend with the portability, branch support, sustainability and
versatility of the gitlab/sphinx/readthedocs backend...
(In German that's called the 'eierlegende Wollmilchsau' - egg-laying
wool- and milk-giving pig...)
For the sphinx option, I believe I'd be able to take on the first setup
and some of the tasks that come with customization and extending, as
well as basic maintenance. For Booktype, anyone of the documentation
writers could do that easily.
Regards,
Maren
6 years
Offer to help put inkscape on windows store
by Marc Jeanmougin
Hi all,
I recently discussed on IRC with dwcares from Miscrosoft who wants to
help us simplify precesses on windows.
Here is his email:
===
David Washington from Microsoft here. Earlier this afternoon I had
conversation with Marc about potentially publishing the Inkscape app to
the Windows Store, the app store for Windows 10 PCs.
The Windows Store now supports publishing Win32 Desktop apps with little
or no code change using the Windows Desktop Bridge. Taking advantage of
the Windows Desktop Bridge and Distributing through the Windows Store
also provides simplified options for automated updates, easy install
and uninstall, and provides a new distribution path for folks who may
have not found Inkscape before.
Our team has identified Inkscape as a top desktop app that we’d love to
see in the Windows Store. Given this we have some resources to help with
the process of getting this ported using the Windows Desktop Bridge and
published to the Windows Store. The process itself is lightweight, and
our team is equipped help walk you through getting it ported and
published. We’ve done some early investigation on the Inkscape binaries
and we haven’t identified any issues getting it published.
If this is something that seems interesting to you, we can get together
on the phone and talk through the details for the next steps of getting
this published. If you’d rather make progress in email/IRC, we’re happy
to accommodate what works for your team. We’re prepared to work with
you on getting this published as early as next week.
I look forward to working together. I’ve included some folks from my
team who will be helping you.
Thanks much,
David Washington
Microsoft | Developer Experience | 206-605-2062
===
Eduard, Nicolas or Partha, iirc you're the ones doing stuff on windows,
could you take it from here if it seems interesting ?
Thanks,
--
Mc
6 years
Hackfest lodging
by C R
So, now that we have some solid dates, I can help whoever needs it to
get lodging.
There are several reasonably priced locations that are just a few
steps from the venue.
Please send me an email if you want help getting a room.
Please include your budget, what days you're attending, whether you
require a single room, or whether you'd like to save more money and
share.
I'll do my best to reserve the space we need in the same part of the hotel.
Thanks!
-C
6 years
moderators needed for the website
by brynn
Hi Friends,
Thanks to Martin for creating the most amazing moderation system I've
ever seen, for the website. Now that it's ready, volunteers are invited to join
the website Moderation Team.
Moderators work together to make decisions about each reported item
(image, comment or member). No particular skills are needed. The biggest
qualification is to care about maintaining the website as a beautiful and safe
place for members to show their Inkscape work and interact.
Most days you would only need to spend 15 to 20 minutes or less,
although in the beginning, a little more time will probably be needed to become
familiar with the system. And visit as many days as you can. The more
moderators we have, the less time we each have to spend moderating.
If you're interested in helping, please go to Community tab > Teams page
(https://inkscape.org/en/teams/) and click on "Moderation Team". On the next
page, click to request to join the team. (Sorry, I don't know exactly what the
text is, for that link, but it will be regular size text, and orange color).
After that, we'll contact you, and get you started.
Thanks for your interest in contributing to the Inkscape Project :-)
All best,
brynn
6 years
website moderation policy final
by brynn
Hi Friends,
It seems like this last message about moderation policy got buried in
all the recent important chatter. So I'm re-sending the most vital parts of it,
so we can finish this up. For convenience, https://inkscape.org/community/coc/
And here's the suggested change:
In the Guidelines for User-Submitted Content section, replace
"Art and other content submitted to the Inkscape website should adhere to the
following rules:"
with
"Content uploaded to the gallery should be related to Inkscape (e.g. created
with Inkscape, created for use with Inkscape, showing how to work with Inkscape,
etc.). We reserve the right to remove any content that does not seem appropriate
or does not adhere to the following obligatory rules:"
C R said
> Little thing, but "created for use with Inkscape" could cover things
like just regular images... in fact it could cover just about
anything, even things made with Adobe Illustrator. I'd simply cut that
bit out.
Hhmm.....yes, I see what you mean. My interpretation of that, is for things
like extensions or filters. But maybe there's a better way to say it?
What about "created to be installed in Inkscape"? Or maybe just "to be
installed in Inkscape"? That would eliminate any kind of image. Any other
suggestions out there? Eduard?
I wonder about adding "Inkscape Project"? Such as:
"Content uploaded to the gallery should be related to Inkscape or the Inkscape
Project (e.g. created...."
That would cover things like a website graphics or page mockup, board meeting
transcript, etc.
C R said
> If there's a significant amount of undesirable content currently, it's
probably best to make it retroactive. If it's just a few things, then
we should approach the owners about it. Not to be pushy, but to inform
them of the new policy.
To me, it's a significant amount. By my estimate, probably 1 or 2 thumbnails
per page of the gallery are random photos! So that's way too many to consider
trying to contact them.
Personally, I would love to delete them without notice. But since the policy
was not available at the time they uploaded, technically I think it's not fair
to delete them. But they'll soon be shuffled further and further back, as the
gallery grows. I'm happy just to get the policy settled and put it into effect.
Thanks everyone for taking the time, and helping to finalize this issue. As far
as I know, this will be the last step before we can start recruiting moderators,
and using the system officially.
All best,
brynn
6 years
Re: [Inkscape-devel] Any chance we can make some docs material? (targeting the moon)
by Maren Hachmann
Would it make sense to use gitlab's new subgroups feature for this?
The inkscape-docs team could be a sub-team of Inkscape, that way. There
are only 4 members as of now, so changing wouldn't be so difficult as it
might be later on.
Maren
> Am 28.04.2017 um 16:14 schrieb Martin Owens:
>> On Fri, 2017-04-28 at 12:39 +0100, C R wrote:
>>> I'd love to quit my job and just do docs. :) Unfortunately, that's
>>> what it would probably take to get docs going to the extent we'd
>>> like.
>>> It's been discussed before, but never gone anywhere because of lack
>>> of time/hands involved.
>>>
>>> Yes, we should use Scribus to do it. In fact, it should probably be a
>>> github project to attract contributors. This way we can patch what
>>> needs to be patched when stuff changes in subsequent releases.
>>
>> Sounds like you have a solid step one Chris.
>>
>> Here's the inkscape-docs group on gitlab, EVERYONE should join, there
>> should be a button to join:
>>
>> https://gitlab.com/inkscape-docs
>>
>> And here's the new book/manual/docs project where files can be put:
>>
>> https://gitlab.com/inkscape/manuals
>>
>> I recommend using the wiki attached to the project to plan the
>> adventure slowly. Add a bit at a time and don't rush to have something
>> "complete" but have something small produced.
>>
>> Best Regards, Martin Owens
>>
>>
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