Stephen Turner wrote:
At Tuesday 4/3/2007 03:08 PM, Jason Long wrote:
Flynn, Timothy J wrote:
> What is the difference between "depended on by" vs. parent?
>
> Thanks,
>
> -Tim
I'm sure this is open to interpretation...
To me, "depends" / "depended on by" indicate separate tasks that must
be performed in sequence. I.e. I have to finish the one task before
the other task can _start_.
And "parent" / "child" indicate composition of tasks. I.e. the child
task is "part" of the parent. I say I have to finish the one task
before the other task can _finish_.
My 2cents.
Jason
I believe RT enforces the "depends on" relationship - you can't
resolve a ticket until its dependent ticks are resolved. I don't think
there's any such enforcement for parent/child relationships. At least
I think that's the right way round.
Steve
Children can outlive their parents, but you can't finish something
before you finish the things it depends on.
Jeff
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