Port build system to CommonJS about three.js HOT 8 CLOSED

Specifically node.js (http://nodejs.org/) for now

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I agree, having it at least in all one language is a plus.

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But that's just a tool... ? Also, should then alteredq use cygwin to compile the library? (afaik there is no node.js for windows).

Blender exporter also needs to be python. That's the language they decided to use.

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Yes it's just an environment and the script would need to be ported. I might have a stab at that tonight; there's plenty of examples from other projects to work off of.

And yes window users would need to use cygwin for now until node.js is properly ported to windows; which I guess isn't ideal.

I think it's worth having the build process in JS even though the utilities (exporters, code minifiers/compressors, etc) are in their original form -- java for google closure, python for the blender exporter.

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Let's not overcomplicate things just because it would be cool ;)

Different tools serve different purposes. Python is an excellent match for this particular task.

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I agree :)

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python it is. closing...

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If you feel like taking a stab on this, by all means, go for it.

However, don't be surprised if you find developers reluctant to change a piece of code that is a key part of their workflow. Specially if by changing it the workflow will get slightly affected...

Also, for new people messing with the library... if they find a .py, chances are they know it's a python file and they know how to execute it. If they find a .js file, you'll need to add a README stating that it requires node.js and some information on how to install it. Extra information for windows users...

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