Re: [libreoffice-website] Proposal for Matrix-Based communication within The Document Foundation

Hi Philippe,

Le 20/05/2024 à 13:30, Philippe a écrit :
> Hi Ilmari,
>
> Thank you for sharing your concerns about Matrix. While I appreciate 
> your reservations, allow me to address some of the points you raised and 
> present why Matrix could still be a valuable addition to our 
> communication infrastructure.
>
> Regarding the onboarding process for new contributors, I understand the 
> importance of a smooth transition. One approach we can take is to use 
> bridges that connect IRC and Matrix. This allows newcomers to continue 
> using IRC if they prefer, while also providing the option to interact 
> with Matrix users seamlessly. By offering this flexibility, we can 
> evaluate IRC usage during onboarding and gradually introduce Matrix as 
> contributors become more comfortable with our communication tools. For a 
> personal interview you can still use IRC, but the main communication for 
> the community can run on matrix.
>
> We could actively monitor how many new contributors opt for IRC during 
> onboarding to gather insights into community preferences. This data will 
> inform our decisions about the future of our communication infrastructure.
>
> I can't really agree with the problems you described with matrix. The 
> UI/UX is interchangeable, maybe you just don't prefer Element. In my 
> opinion, the verification problems were largely solved by the passphrase.
>
> Thanks to my school and university, I personally find email lists a bit 
> annoying. Sure, you can get used to almost anything, but some tools are 
> just more practical. But I also understand that email lists can 
> sometimes be useful. They don't necessarily have to be switched off.
>
> Let me just say that you can also create own rooms for long theme-based 
> discussions.
>
> Matrix offers efficient searching capabilities, similar to IRC and email 
> clients, making it suitable for power users who rely on quick access to 
> relevant information. By leveraging Matrix's advanced search 
> functionalities, we can streamline information retrieval and enhance 
> productivity within the community.
>
> I have the feeling that an official matrix space would be welcomed by 
> the community. There is already an (unofficial) LO Space with 115 
> members. An official instance would reduce fragmentation and perhaps 
> bring the community together.
>
> Since a matrix instance is already running, we could activate access for 
> everyone as a test and set up a useful space structure. The costs for 
> the server are already there anyway.
>
> We could also consider using mattermost instead of matrix.

Bridges are broken, but you still can visit the libreoffice-space on 
Matrix. If you want to learn more about the services hosted by TDF, 
please visit:
https://wiki.documentfoundation.org/Website/Web_Sites_services
Cheers
Sophie

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