Re: Trying to get a simple bibliography

["Thomas A. Schmitz via ntg-context" <ntg-context@ntg.nl>]

Hi Amine,

The bibliography subsystem is rather complex, and Alan, who has worked with Hans on support for APS and APA, wants to do things the right way, which means he wants to code for all corner cases. From my own experience: it is difficult to just copy and modify the existing publ-imp-XXX files; they define a number of clever macros that allow code reuse and consistency, but are not the most straightforward way for a non-programmer (like myself) to proceed. I have found it easier to start from scratch by writing my own publ-imp-custom.{mkiv,lua} files and then add whatever I need, one entry type at a time. That also allows you to understand the ways in which the system works. But of course, it’s less convenient than just changing APA to MLA, as you can in biblatex. ConTeXt has a much smaller user base, so we take somewhat longer. Maybe I should add a wiki article on a basic way to start one’s own custom definitions...

Best

Thomas

> On 26. Mar 2022, at 15:34, A A via ntg-context <ntg-context@ntg.nl> wrote:
> 
> Hi Thomas,
> 
> Yes, I was able to find the appropriate section in the manual, thanks. Please see my answer at SE. 
> 
> I don't think reading the docs is far-fetched by the way. But I think asking on here is also fine.
> 
> I'll consider making a contribution once I get a better grip of how the ConTeXt system is put together.
> 
> Again thanks for your response.
> 
> Regards,
> 
> Amine

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