Quantum GIS Report 2007
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Quantum GIS
- Period covered by report: Jan-Dec 2007
- Contact name: Gary Sherman
Key Accomplishments
- Released versions 0.8, 0.8.1, 0.9, and 0.9.1
- The refactoring of libraries (starting at 0.8) allows the development of standalone GIS applications using the QGIS API
- Version 0.9 introduced Python bindings, opening up QGIS development to a larger audience
- Improved project management by establishing roles with the Project Steering Committee (PSC):
- Release Manager
- Technical Advisor
- Community Advisor
- Financial/Marketing Advisor
- Entered OSGeo incubation in February
- Funds management was transferred to OSGeo
Areas for Improvement
- any weaknesses in process, software, management, etc. that you plan to address or recognise need some help
- The QGIS project continues to improve its internal processes for development and release of packages.
- There are a number of key shortcomings (labeling, map composition) that need to be addressed for the release of version 1.0 in 2008
Opportunities to Help
- QGIS is in need of additional developers to close existing bugs and implement new features.
Outlook for 2008
- this is the motivational part that is meant to inspire readers to keep their eyes open for great stuff in 2008 :)
- Version 1.0 will be released in 2008, providing a stable API for the development of both C++ and Python applications