Hi All,

After writing a partially complete, GNUmeric import/export filter, I
began to get frustrated because much of the code already exists in GNUmeric.

I was thinking about writing a filter which could use the plugins of 
GNUmeric to import and export files.  This would elimate the need to rewrite 
the code, and automatically boost the number of file types that kspread 
could import and export.

If you are thinking about redesigning the Filter API and architecture, you 
may find that the GNUmeric people have solved some of the design problems 
already.

I haven't looked at their design in depth, but here's a pointer to the CVS 
directory: http://cvs.gnome.org/lxr/source/gnumeric/plugins/

A single filter source-pool for all opensource projects would be wonderful 
to achieve.

I honestly believe filter quality/completeness is one of the largest 
barriers to acceptance of koffice/open office/gnumeric into the larger 
business eviornment.

--Phil

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