Archive for June 23rd, 2009
Basic Branching
Posted by Mark in Version Control on June 23, 2009
This article lays the foundation for a series on branching and the development management techniques it enables. A simple linear development progresses by building one version on another. So, version one is updated to produce version two, version two is changed to make version three, and so on. This form of version progression is well [...]
Subversion Repository Quick Start
Posted by Mark in Subversion, Subversion on June 23, 2009
A very quick introduction to setting up a Subversion repository and protecting it with Subversion’s own server and built in authentication system. You’ll want to watch this full screen and in HD to get the best view. This video is part of the upcoming Subversion Guru training course.
Why Wikis Won’t Work
Posted by Mark in Information Management on June 23, 2009
Image via Wikipedia Received wisdom among many development team with whom I have worked over the years is that a development wiki is a good idea. Experience suggests that this is not a universal truth and on some projects the wiki may actually be harmful. The main benefit, and problem, with Wikis is that they [...]
