Re: [RFC] Exempt input type and value validation from BC Break policy
| From: | Gina P. Banyard | Date: | Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:39:10 +0000 |
| Subject: | Re: [RFC] Exempt input type and value validation from BC Break policy | ||
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On Monday, 2 March 2026 at 13:13, Gina P. Banyard <internals@gpb.moe> wrote:
> Hello internals,
>
> I would like to propose a short policy RFC to formally exempt input type and value validation
> from our BC Break policy.
> The current wording of the policy already permits us to add validation of inputs, but recently
> any such changes have been asked to submit an RFC instead.
> We believe that requiring an RFC for this type of change is detrimental and adds unnecessary
> friction for routine maintenance activity and new contributors.
>
> RFC:
> https://wiki.php.net/rfc/policy-exempt-type-value-error-bc-policy
>
> Best regards,
>
> Gina P. Banyard
As the discussion has lasted over 2 weeks and was focused on, IMHO, irreconcilable differences in
policy position; I intend to open the vote on Friday afternoon/evening European time.
Best regards,
Gina P. Banyard