Charles Gagnon, the maintainer of the popular GNOME desktop extension Dash to Panel, announced he is stepping down and is looking for a new developer following a failed crowdfunding initiative. Gagnon has contributed to the project since 2018, which has seen significant popularity with over 4 million downloads. Criticism arose after Gagnon attempted to solicit donations through a pinned icon on the panel, which many users found intrusive. The extension merges the GNOME Shell's top bar and dash into a Windows-like taskbar, continuing a legacy of customization originating from earlier work.
Gagnon's recent push for donations generated backlash from users, with many calling it aggressive and a poor way to secure funding for a beloved project.
The Dash to Panel extension, downloaded over 4 million times, seeks a new maintainer as Charles Gagnon steps down after an unsuccessful fundraising attempt.
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