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.