Re: improving LilyPond useability

[Phil Burfitt]

From: "Renato" <address@hidden>
Sent: Monday, December 02, 2013 11:54 PM


> "Phil Burfitt" <address@hidden> wrote:
>
> > >you don't really get around these programs without reading docs
> > >(and you shouldn't try to make it easy).
> >
> > I disagree with "you shouldn't try to make it easy".
>
> what I meant was "you shouldn't try to make it easy to get around
> fiddling with the program without reading the docs", i.e. you shouldn't
> try to encourage not reading the docs

Ok, I see what you mean. However I think a "carrot" is far better than a 
"stick". Give the new user plenty to play with straight off. A read-me file 
with usage instructions, a mini tutorial and well chosen examples beyond 
just \relative c' { c d e f g a b c } will quickly wet their appetite. 
They'll soon be seeking out the docs with enthusiasm, and not begrudgingly.

Phil.


> renato