gsoc2009

We are currently discussing how metadata should be handled by the Media module. Help us by joining the discussion!

While perusing the xcvs code, I noticed that xcvs-config.php had a fair amount of code which was very non-cvs-specific, like xcvs_bootstrap and xcvs_get_temp_directory. These functions will be mostly or entirely identical for all backend hooks, so why not move them somewhere common, like in the versioncontrol module.

It might make loading a bit more complicated, and it really isn't that much code (and seems fairly unlikely to change, so there won't be a big problem of keeping a lot of copied code in sync), so it probably isn't worth it if there is too much involved.

The Boost Drupal Media Module Development project for the Google Summer of Code 2009 is looking for co-mentors and local Drupal ambassadors, if you're interested! We specifically are looking for people connected to the community living near Lincoln, Nebraska, who would be willing to make sure student Jon Stacey takes a break from his computer every now and then...

There is a GSoC proposal at http://groups.drupal.org/node/20917 that you should check out.

In short it's a patterns-like module that can be used to build modules. It could help a lot to speed up the development of little helper modules that projects often need (e.g. to add a little extra functionality, but that are not contribution worthy).

Tamas, has been a trainee for almost a year now at our company and I'll be his "local mentor" for GSoC.

He would still need co-mentors with relevant technical background. Anybody interested?

Overview: 

Implement the necessary CCK fields and views to be able to initiate the porting of the Biblio module.

Description:

Hype:
Have you ever visited a content-managed site, and found the visual aspects unappealing? Have you wished you could change that appearance graphically on one site, then apply it to all the sites you frequent? Do you use a lot of different computers and can't apply global styles through every browser? After all, don't most CMS -based web sites have a lot in common? If you are one of these people, I have a new proposal for you!

Description:
I propose a Theme Builder that can be used by a Drupal theme for users to design their own themes. This Theme Builder is similar to the idea proposed by ipwa. The basic idea I have is a more "generic" theme [framework] with generic ideas that can be extended to other CMSs easily. This theme will include full style editing support for all of the different pieces of Drupal. Fonts, backgrounds, colors, etc. will be fully configurable.
The module will integrate the Color module, for editing the colors, and Style module for creating the files. the Style module will also allow for creating multiple themes per site.

The time you've all been waiting for has arrived! As of yesterday students started adding projects to the Official Summer of Code site, and so if you're planning on participating as either a student or mentor, it's time to get a-rollin'!

If you're a student that wants to work on Drupal projects for the summer of code, you should:

• sign up for accounts on both drupal.org and groups.drupal.org
• either locate a proposal that interests you on the Summer of Code group, or add your own idea as a discussion on the Summer of Code group
• if you're interested in a community proposal you should comment on that proposal's discussion to let the community know you're going to put up a proposal
• add the proposals you're interested in to the Official Summer of Code site. IMPORTANT: you can only work on one Summer of Code project per summer, however you can add as many applications as you want and more than one student can add the same basic proposal (though only one proposal will be accepted for each specific idea)
• if you're adopting a community proposal you also should consider creating your own discussion where you work within this site to clarify and perfect your proposal.

If you're interested in mentoring a SoC project, you should:

• sign up to the Summer of Code 2009 Mentors group
• apply to be a mentor on the the Official Summer of Code site (see instructions below in the comments)
• review ideas, create ideas, and most importantly, help the students navigate through the often choppy community waters here.
• if you're interested mentoring one of the proposed ideas you should comment on that proposal's discussion to let students know that mentors are willing to work with them

Also- if you need to reach me and can't find me in the #drupal irc channel, please feel free to send me an e-mail (alex at zivtech) or through my contact form.

Hello chennai

Google summer of code 2008 volunteers are planning to organize a meet at chennai to share their gsoc experience with newbies for further information refer the link,
http://ubuntuslave.blogspot.com/2009/03/google-summer-of-code-2009-meetu...

What's up designers? As some of you may know I'm heading up the google summer of code this year for Drupal (for background on the GSoC see: http://drupal.org/google-summer-of-code/2009 ). I'm not sure what big items need to get created in order to make Drupal theming more awesomer, which is why I'm asking for your help!

We absolutely have to have a design related project in this year's Summer of Code! (Obviously just my opinion, but I think it's very, very important) In order for that to happen we need ideas for projects, and the window to get the projects in is pretty short. So- who wants to help get some major design work done for Drupal? All you have to do is go to http://drupal.org/google-summer-of-code/2009 and create a discussion with your idea.

And remember, not only might we get some killer Design features from a student's work, but we might find a design-oriented webchick out there!

Any ideas?

hello geeks,

      Updated proposal is here http://socghop.appspot.com/student_proposal/show/google/gsoc2009/sivaji2...

About Me

I am sivaji from India doing B.E Final year computer science engineering, i have been using drupal for past six months, very much comfortable with its features and community support. I am looking for a chance to contribute something to our drupal community and learn some nifty hacks. My work and area of interest revolves around Ubuntu, PHP, Drupal, Ajax, Jquery, Joomla.

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