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This is a Quick Guide as to what the timeline is for a Ninja Packager

For any packaging that is being executed by a ninja there are certain states it must pass through. They are in order

* In Progress

* PPA

* BZR

* Reviewed

* Uploaded

Packages may also be in the state FTBFS and Dep-Wait

In Progress

The Source code has been pulled and is being prepared for compilation and packaging

PPA

The prepared source code has been uploaded and is currently being packaged

BZR

The Prepared source code is in Bazaar for public perusal and review

Reviewed

The Packages have been looked over and are good for naming conventions, conflicts and can be installed and run

Uploaded

The packages have been sponsored by a Kubuntu Developer and are available for public use.

Other States

Other states which may be possible are FTBFS or Dep-Wait

FTBFS

Failed to Build From Source: Something is wrong either with the source code, the compiler and accompanying instructions or the ninja's elite kit of tools (commonly called a computer by non ninjas) This is a general call for the clan to rally and assist with knowledge, tips, code patches or cold hard silicon like steel to assist in the accomplishment of this mission.

Dep-Wait

The Dependency wait is when either a package requires another package before it can be built or it requires another package before it can be installed and tested. This is a call to have someone attack the dependency on behalf of the dependent or for the ninja currently assigned that task to hurry up and execute. (Silently and efficiently of course)

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