Bitfield structs and suggestion

[Nick B]

Richard Bradley wrote:
 >There seems to be a lot of support for a feature along these lines. 
 >There has been a good discussion going on for quite some time. The 
 >underlying question is do we want D to live in this “low level bare 
 >metal “ environment? And if so, what do we (yes, I am including 
myself) > need to do?

Richard


As no one else if volunteering at present,
I would like to suggest the following.

You create one document that covers the following:

1. Detail exactly the Bitfield functionality what you require (you
    seem to know this better than anyone on this list);
2. Address why the language _needs_  this functionality;	
2. Describe the target audience of the said feature(s);
3. Make a pitch as to the _number_ of additional users/projects who
    might join the "D" community as a result of said features.

When completed, ask for feedback from the "D" community, incorporate any 
feedback if required, and then, finally send it to Walter directly, 
asking for comment/feedback.

Good Luck

Nick B