Re: bug#13578: [IMPORTANT] A new versioning scheme for automake releases, and a new branching scheme for the Git repository

[Daniel Herring]

I like the -alpha/-beta/-rcN markings.  As someone who often tracks 
cutting-edge stuff, it is nice to have a clear indicator of how stable the 
author things something is.  This info helps the user do a quick 
cost/benefit estimate when deciding what version to use today.

- Daniel