A few thoughts on the existing GSoC student proposals

[Christian Manning]

On 31/03/2011 18:30, Piotr Szturmaj wrote:
> Andrei Alexandrescu wrote:
>> 4. Database API
>>
>> This is a high impact item. I'd need to collect more information about
>> the specifics of the application before creating an opinion about its
>> chances of success. I see Piotr and others have some related ideas; I
>> suggest them to apply appropriately (either as mentors or students). A
>> solid mentor(s)/student(s) combo is a key ingredient of a successful
>> project.
>>
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Andrei
>
> I do not feel very strong as a mentor and I'm not a student, so I'd
> rather not apply. However, I'll certainly try to help with this item :)

That would be much appreciated, especially your PostgreSQL client. I 
think the end goal of a database module for Phobos should be to have 
native D clients for the more popular (R)DBMSs.
I'm in the process of drafting my proposal which I'll post to this ng 
once done.