So, I was trying to find out why my X11 compose key (which allows one to enter them über-cool accénts and ümlauts) was working as normal in Gtk+-based, and not in KDE or normal X ones. I spent a few hours on that including consulting with some people on the IRC.

As it turns out some compose-key variations work only in Gtk+. For example, <Compose>-e-' gives an "é" in gtk, and does nothing in KDE. Whereas, <Compose>-'-e generates the same character in both Gtk+ and non-Gtk+ apps.

Since I've only tried to use the first form, I could not generate anything. I spent a few hours on this mis-behaviour today. I've become frustrated, but now I'm kind of relieved.

BTW, I returned from a very successful August Penguin 5 conference, so watch this space for some reviews and impressions.