Bug#361719: [libnjb-users] RFA: libnjb - Creative Labs Nomad Jukebox library
There are two tasks in adopting libnjb, and they can be pursued
independently of one-another. One is to re-package libnjb, listing
yourself as the new maintainer. The second is to apply to become a
Debian developer. The "new maintainer" process is not difficult, but
the queue can be long, so I suggest putting your name in the hat
sooner than later. The application is here [1]. I'll advocate for you.
To change the maintainer of libnjb to yourself, install the package
`apt-src'. Run `apt-src install libnjb'. Modify `debian/control' to
list yourself as the new maintainer, and add a note to
`debian/copyright' noting that you've adopted the package.
Install the package `devscripts' and run `dch -i', which adds an entry
to the changelog. Add an entry noting that you've adopted the package.
Run `debuild', which builds the package. Run `debi', which installs
the package you just built. Test the package. Send the resulting .dsc
and .diff.gz file to me. I'll inspect the package, sign it and upload
it to Debian. This process is known as a package sponsorship. Once
you've become a Debian developer, you'll sign and upload your own
packages.
I hope all this hasn't scared you off! Cheers,
Shaun
[1] https://nm.debian.org/newnm.php
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