Re: [3/3] leds: leds-lp55xx: Convert mutex lock/unlock to guard API

Markus Elfring
2024-06-27T09:24:59Z

>>>>> Convert any entry of mutex lock/unlock to guard API and simplify code.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks that you would like to support another bit of collateral evolution.
>>>>
>>>> * Would you get into the mood to benefit any more from applications
>>>> of scope-based resource management?
>>>
>>> Why don't you submit them yourself instead of asking others to do work?
>>
>> 1. The change resistance (or acceptance) is varying for possible software transformations
>> in wide ranges, isn't it?
>
> How would that be any different for anyone else?

Maybe not.

> Resistance/acceptance should be based on patch quality alone.

There are further factors involved also according to usual communication challenges.

>> 2. I would appreciate better support and collaboration with additional development resources.
>
> In what regard?

I got the impression that progress would be hindered (or even blocked?) for a while
in selected subsystem areas.

> What additional resources could you possibly need?

Possibly known examples:

* More powerful computation equipment?

* Software improvements?

* Financial incentives?

>> 3. I hope that further improvements can be achieved also by the means of
>> the semantic patch language (Coccinelle software) in safer and more convenient ways.
>> Are you looking for any extensions according to the coccicheck tool?
>
> Sounds good.

Thanks for such positive feedback.

> Submit a patch.

How long will the integration take (if you would like to take another look at
growing product backlogs)?

Regards,
Markus