There's been some curiousity about how many proposals were received, topics proposed, etc. etc.

I think we need to respect the confidentiality of the process and the students, so we don't want to post the rankings nor the names of the students, however I think it's probably safe to list the titles of the proposals themselves, to help address the basic questions:

Adding bitmap processing to InkScape Application for 'memory optimization' and 'bitmap capabilities' Application proposal Automatic kerning for text on path in Inkscape Bucket fill Filter Effects Gtkmm-ification of Inkscape Improving Python Effects API Inkboard Protocol Spec / Lib Conversion Inkscape / GIMP Bitmap Editing Integration Memory Optimization Memory Optimization New Grids PDF Export Extension PDF export capability for Inkscape Proposal for SOC06 Proposal for implementing colour definitions, as well as management of gradients and patterns SVG Filters SVG filters Standalone palette editor Support for SVG Filters Text Tool Improvements

There are a number of factors that will go into determining which are selected, but ultimately the choice is going to be made by those participating in the mentorship process. If you are qualified and willing to serve as an Inkscape mentor, you can participate in the ranking process as well; contact me offlist to work out the details.

Bryce