Re: [codec] draft test and processing plan for the IETF Codec

[Paul Coverdale <[e-mail]>]

>Hi Ben, all
>
>If the codec is not ready for testing, then I cannot see how it could be
>ready for standardization. To me the steps would be
>
>- freeze the codec when it is stable
>- test and evaluate
>- check if requirements are met
>	a) if yes standardize
>	b) if not do not standarize and rather go back and improve
>
>Informal testing should still be done during development to eliminate
>the risk of b).
>
>I also think the encumbrance of the codec is unclear at this point and I
>don't think rushing to finalize the standard would serve the purpose of
>this WG. Due to the encumbrance there may still be changes required
>which may affect the quality, and the final testing should begin after
>this has been resolved.
>
>Best,
>Erik
>


I totally agree.


...Paul