Build fixes in 4.4.0 M1

[jamoore]

The current plan for the first phase of 4.4.0 M1 includes a significant amount of build-related re-arrangement before other breaking changes start to take place

• Ice 3.4 ZeroC already doesn’t like supporting our issues since we are still using 3.3. More and more of the current platforms are moving to 3.4, and we should probably do so as well. This also has an impact on which Python versions we support. Evaluate split build? Include earlier code gen (Josh).
• Add Bio-Formats as a submodule … At the same time, we should decide on the github/bioformats strategy. How does synchronization take place, etc.
• Remove/simplify most Hudson builds (Needs to be confirmed with Melissa). All builds should be properly documented.
• Re-arrange components Remove the components/tools directory, and document how to add your own component.
• Rectify server/ directory The intended role of the server/ directory is somewhat unclear due to the evolution of the /blitz directory.
• Ease merging By removing the version number and other frequent minor annoyances, the branch workflow should become significantly easier.
• Matrix Build On the one hand the most complicated build job (OMERO-trunk-components) should be simplified and made more robustness so it’s always green. On the other hand, exactly what each job does should be documented and why it’s so critical, so that the whole team can get involved. The goal would be ownership by everyone so that any failure becomes our top priority.

[agilo]

Updated status, related task in progress

[jmoore]

All tasks closed. Closing story.