A few thoughts on the existing GSoC student proposals

[Piotr Szturmaj]

Christian Manning wrote:
> 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.

Ok, I feel I should post my code earlier, even if it's not finished yet, 
so you can take a look as soon as possible. I think you may find some of 
my ideas useful so maybe you'll want to throw them into your proposal.