Paul Elliott wrote:
First, I am not sure if Modify Path that has been discussed on this thread is the solution. Some comments seem to say it is not the true solution. I will have to test it.
It isn't. Some people mistakenly think it is good enough. But it isn't.
If it is the solution, all that needs to be done is document it better so that idiots like myself can deterime how to use it to do their perspective work.
The best documentation has already been linked from this thread: http://tavmjong.free.fr/INKSCAPE/MANUAL/html/ch16s04.html#Effects-Envelope
But if it turns out that new code is really needed, I would suggest never write new code if you can steal it from elsewhere. That it what code reuse is all about.
That is exactly what was attempted in my failed attempts. A couple of the failed attempts were stealing from GIMP and a few borrowed from Java libraries.
If it turns out code is needed, it will take me a long time to get up to speed. Although, I know C++, I am not familiar with this area of expertise. I would have to study the source for a long time just to begin.
A difference can be made even without a great commitment of time and effort, if you are willing to help.
Aaron Spike