I think this is a great idea, assuming it can be done. I have experienced similar frustrations concerning startup effort with repect to learning the SDK, in spite of years of coding experience. The various coding sites, wikis, tutorials, and this mailing list have been helpful but not enough.
Conversely, I share Botman's scepticism that such a project will work. His list of hurdles is intimidating. VERY best of luck. _______________________________________________ To unsubscribe, edit your list preferences, or view the list archives, please visit: http://list.valvesoftware.com/mailman/listinfo/hlcoders