Re: Basic cvs question
David Morris wrote:
>
> I decided to give cvs a try on a programming project I am about ready to
> get started on and thought it easier to start from the beginning with the
> cvs setup. So I installed the cvs package this morning. However, I have
> what must be a very basic FAQ, but I can't find the answer to it in the
> FAQ.
>
> I think I understand the concept of CVSROOT, but am not sure and don't
> know what to use for it. Especially to start with a completely clean
> canvas. Is it as simple as setting my CVSROOT environment variable and
> starting to use it?
Pretty much.
>
> Is the CVSROOT path what the debian cvsconfig script wants when it
> asks for the list of repositories? If so, what is a standard value to use
> on a Debian system for the CVSROOT path? And shouldn't that be set as a
> default when someone clueless like me tries to set up the program
> initially?
Yes; the cvsconfig script suggests one that you may over-ride, so, yes
it should and is.
>
> Thanks for any help I can find. (even if it is a pointer to the right
> place in the FAQ)
I don't know from FAQs, but I use cvs most days, so don't hesitate to
ask.
>
> David
>
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