[modules-dev] Binary downloads ... (was RE: JPRT: job notification - success with job2007-08-10-111319.as130790.jsr277-nightly)

[Andreas Sterbenz]

Stephen J. McConnell wrote:
> It would be a real plus if the builds listed below were made available for
> download. I really want to get into some early evaluation/feedback on the
> modules content but building from source at this time is not a realistic
> option.
> 
> Is this subject (periodic public downloads of module binaries) under
> consideration?  If so, can anyone provide a qualified timeframe?  If not,
> what are the possible actions that I could take to change the status-quo?

It's great to hear that you want to try out Modules. Early feedback and 
testing is important, but with significant pieces still missing (such as 
JSR 294 support and the various open bugs and RFEs), we have been focusing 
on making progress there. By the time we get to the point where the 
project is complete enough to allow for more realistic testing, I expect 
we will have binaries available as well. I cannot commit to a date, but 
fall should certainly capture it.

Remember that we are still quite early in the JDK 7 development cycle and 
that there will plenty of time for feedback. Right now, the Modules source 
drops are more in the spirit of open development and to allow OpenJDK 
developers outside Sun to connect with the project.

Andreas.