[dm-devel] Patchwork and patch flow

[Ryo Tsuruta]

Hi Jonathan, Alasdair and all,

> > To add a Tested-by tag, how much test do we actually need?
> > We've already done several tests of dm-ioband:
> >  Proportional I/O bandwidth controlling
> >  Loading/unloading driver and changing settings while under I/O load
> >  Bounds checking of setting parameters
> >  Benchmarks
> > Do you think these are enough for adding the tag?
> > It's very difficult for me to determine whether it's qualified or not.
> > It would be helpful if you could give me some advice.
> 
> Interesting question...  If it was me, I'd like to see exactly what
> you wrote above.  State that you tested it and how you tested it. If
> there are a number of people who test it and the things they
> describe offer a broad spectrum of tests, I think that's helpful.
> Also, if extra testing is wanted, it can be suggested based on what
> tests have been performed.

I put the test items of dm-ioband on my website. This file requires
OpenOffice Calc to view.
http://people.valinux.co.jp/~ryov/dm-ioband/test/test-items.ods

Please also see the benchmark results at the following URL:
http://people.valinux.co.jp/~ryov/dm-ioband/benchmark/index.html

I would appreciate it very much if someone could give me some comments
and advices.

Thanks,
Ryo Tsuruta