Since there are a lot of code flow between 9front and 9atom (even sources,
however that's mostly one directional) I would argue that having the
forks even make things better. Erik and Cinap can experiment more
freely and all the changes are available for everyone. Even breaking
driver compatibility worth it, since the kernel is so small anyway. It is
fairly straightforward to change things. Plan9 is an excellent playground
as you put it. It's a good thing everyone can make their own.

-bence


2013/1/8 Richard Miller <9fans@hamnavoe.com>

> > many drivers needed a rewrite anyway (like usb audio) because they
> > where a total mess.
>
> There are plenty of things in Plan 9 still in need of improvement
> or even rewriting.  That's why it makes me sad to see our small
> community being made even smaller when some of the most skilled
> programmers direct their efforts into splintering off their own
> little playgrounds instead of helping to make Plan 9 better for
> everyone.
>
>
>