[webkit-dev] Open Design beyond Open Source

[Maciej Stachowiak]

On Feb 16, 2007, at 10:57 PM, David Hyatt wrote:

>
> (2) I think we should allow for ports to operate in a similar  
> fashion on tip of tree if they need to.  Basically within platform- 
> specific code (like say the Qt port), we should be much more open  
> about granting commit access to interested contributors and let the  
> people working on that port decide if they want to make review  
> required or not.  This would allow people to - for example - fix  
> build bustage without having to consult anyone or seek review  
> (assuming the fixes don't impact core engine code or other  
> platforms in any way).

For what it's worth - it's already project policy that you can fix  
"obvious" build bustage without review in an emergency.

Regards,
Maciej