... ago today, the Pie wiki was created. During that period, we had interminable naming discussions, a lengthy process of selecting a standards body, endless discussion on dates, and a last call.
One week from today, format-09 is scheduled to be reviewed by the IESG.
It’s been really interesting watching Atom unfold from the rumblings that led to the Pie wiki, through everything that happened on the wiki, and through all the rev’s of the spec.
I don’t know if other significant specs have been developed with a similarly sizable group of participants contributing in such a public way, but I think it’s great to see all of the interesting details of Atom and connect them with everyone’s contributions.
Thanks too, Sam, for kicking-off Pie in the right direction at the right time!
Sam, the last two years has been an amazing learning experience for me. Two years ago I had no idea about things like XML web services, REST and building XML formats. Given the privilege of watching, and participating, with known experts in this field has taught me so much.
Thanks!
Mike