Lighthouse Bug Tracker - Free

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So, a while ago I released an application on one of Macromedia's DRKs. I normally don't sell software, but I thought it was a good opportunity and a good addition to the DRK. What I didn't say at the time, however, was that my agreement with Macromedia was for a limited period. I allowed Macromedia to use the application on the DRK as long as I could open source it 6 months down the line. Well, that time has come, and I'm now happy to announce that you can download the Lighthouse Bugtracker software package.

This is a slightly updated version from what was on the DRK. I'm in the process of simplying things a bit. Also, the documentation has been improved a bit and installation should be a lot easier. I'd call this version 1.01.

As always, if you have any ideas or bug reports, let me know.

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Archived Comments

Comment 1 by jared posted on 3/17/2004 at 1:31 AM

Is this a standard part of all agreements for content provided to the DRK? Are there other pieces of code coming out into the open from the DRKs?

Comment 2 by George posted on 3/17/2004 at 1:31 AM

So what's the point of the DRK? The last one they put out had a bunch of software that is freely downloadable on the net. Now they are not disclosing that we just have to wait 6 months to get it for free? I am not complaining about your software - you did a great job - but I really wonder what's the point of Macromedia's DRK. I for one am not purchasing a renewal and I know other developers who are hopping mad and this will only serve to reinforce their feeling that the DRK is a complete waste of time and money.

Comment 3 by Raymond Camden posted on 3/17/2004 at 1:36 AM

As far as I know this is NOT standard, it's just the deal I cut w/ Macromedia. I consider the DRKs to be well worth the $$ you need to purchase them. Obviously I'm a bit biased, but ignoring my app completely, I'd still buy them.

Comment 4 by rd posted on 3/17/2004 at 1:36 AM

Hey, he's trying to be a nice guy... don't bust MM's balls over this or they will never sign an agreement like this again.

Comment 5 by jared posted on 3/17/2004 at 1:45 AM

I know I know, $99 aint bad. But still, I was a little peeved to learn that some of the new Flash UI components could only be found on the DRK. I wish they'd keep the controls / code out in the open to help adoption in the industry.

Comment 6 by Nathan Dintenfass posted on 3/17/2004 at 2:00 AM

Here, here! I think it's great both that Raymond thought to make such a deal and that Macromedia agreed to it -- everyone wins because those that pay for the DRK get 6 months of valuable use of this software, those that didn't can now finally start enjoying those benefits.

Comment 7 by George posted on 3/17/2004 at 2:16 AM

So what's the point of the DRK? The last one they put out had a bunch of software that is freely downloadable on the net. Now they are not disclosing that we just have to wait 6 months to get it for free? I am not complaining about your software - you did a great job - but I really wonder what's the point of Macromedia's DRK. I for one am not purchasing a renewal and I know other developers who are hopping mad and this will only serve to reinforce their feeling that the DRK is a complete waste of time and money.

Comment 8 by Christian Cantrell posted on 3/17/2004 at 2:26 AM

This is not a standard agreement, but at the same time, as Nathan pointed out, we thought it was a win-win situation. Giving Ray the opportunity to put Lighthouse on the DRK allowed him to devote a great deal of time to the project, and subjected the code to a more formal review and QA process than it would otherwise have gone through. DRK subscribers had that code in their hands six months ago while non-subscribers are not getting the benefit. Actually, I'd call it a win-win-win situation: Macromedia, Ray, and the CF community.

Christian

Comment 9 by Calvin Ward posted on 3/17/2004 at 12:50 PM

The DRKs also serve the purpose of focusing and presenting the material. In case anyone hadn't noticed, a lot of this material would be hard to locate, might not even be developed, or would be cost prohibitive to acquire else where.

I like the DRK concept and would love to see it continue and grow.

Comment 10 by Christian Cantrell posted on 3/17/2004 at 5:13 PM

Oops, I meant to say that non-subscribers are NOW getting the benefit. You get the point. Everybody wins.

Christian

Comment 11 by Spike posted on 3/18/2004 at 2:24 AM

Hi Ray,

This is a pretty nice little tool.

Is there a place to send updates or enhancements.

I've just added a simple form of project specific authorization to it and wondered if there was any way to have that and any other changes added to it as a community source type of thing.

Comment 12 by Raymond Camden posted on 3/18/2004 at 5:34 AM

Spike, just email me or post it here.