Software Feature Matrix

Posted by Lucas
Apr 23, 2010 at 03:53 PM

Dear Eduardo et al,

I think the feature matrix is an excellent idea.

Regarding categories: I think it would be useful to group features together into categories (as is done with wikimatrix), but I think it should still be possible to compare software in a unified matrix (rather than creating separate matrices). Many applications defy neat categorical distinction, and the matrix should make it easier for people to identify hybrid apps that combine the features they happen to be looking for.

For reference, we already have Peirre’s outliner list:

http://www.editgrid.com/user/pplandry/List_of_Outliners

As well as the brainstorming done recently with Google Wave:

http://www.outlinersoftware.com/messages/viewm/6922

As well as lots of other stuff in the archives here.

Thanks, Eduardo, for offering to compile results. Should we just start listing the features we think should be included in the matrix?

Lucas