(rfc) recommend installing a plugin when needed

[Martin Albisetti]

On Jan 25, 2008 3:41 PM, DeeJay <smartgpx at gmail.com> wrote:
> Can I urge caution in the area of dependencies?

Keeping bzr fully multi-platform is a priority, so extra caution will be taken.


> This might be a particular concern for Windows users working via the 'standalone' installer, but will
> probably affect other platforms too.

The initial idea is for the bzr core to have the plugin database, and
just inform the user that a specific command is tied to a specific
plugin.
I suppose the installable bit will be a plugin itself for each
platform to allow absolute flexibility.
In some cases, just downloading and copying the plugin to the user dir
will sufice.

This really needs some research, and any input is welcome.


Cheers,


Martin