Re: [Groff] Epson DMP Back-End

[Abramo Bagnara]

Werner LEMBERG wrote:
> 
> > So, I'm looking at developing a back-end for Epson-compatible dot matrix
> > printers, which seems to include about 3/4 of the dot-matrixes out
> > there.  Before I begin, however:
> >
> > 1)  How widespread are these dinosaurs?  I know I have several, but
> > that's mostly because I cannot afford a laser printer.
> >
> > 2)  If I write it, will it wind up in the next distribution?
> >
> > 3)  What pitfalls should I be aware of when writing it?
> 
> Abramo Bagnara has already written such a driver (for groff 1.11), but
> unfortunately I couldn't reach him again -- Abramo, if you are
> listening, I need either a copyright disclaimer or assignment to
> incorporate your changes into groff.

I give you my blessing ;-)... only please don't ask me to fill paper
sheets and to send you by snail mail (I hate bureaucracy stuff)

I remember you that I've also patches for arithmetic expressions inside
groff.

> 
> It shouldn't be too difficult then to update it to the recent groff
> version.


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It sounds good!