Re: [O] Recurring events with exceptions

[Skip Collins]

> ,----[ C-h f org-clone-subtree-with-time-shift RET ]
>
> I find that this exactly what you are describing: I define an entry,
> clone it (with weekly shift, for instance) and then delete the
> exceptions and maybe add a few extras.  If any weekly instance has to
> change, I simply change it!  Works pretty well and handles all the cases
> you mentioned.

There is one important feature lacking in the use of time-shifted
clones as a way to generate repeating events: there is nothing to bind
individual instances into a collection. A common EVENTID property
would allow for the development of tools for handling a whole series
as a group to do things like deleting, shifting, and making other
changes en masse. It seems like a simple thing to add.

Flexibility like this is why I like working in org. I would move my
calendar to org if I were not stuck with outlook/exchange at work. I'm
still waiting for someone to create the ultimate org/exchange sync
solution.