This issue seems 'off-topic' in that core developers do not control the main site and cannot patch it. My understanding is that that is why the dev guide was separated from the main site (so we could patch it). On the other hand, we can suggest changes like anyone else.

We (core devs) do not want this tracker used for everyday support requests. They are a minor but not non-existent problem. They will get quicker and ofter better responses on other, more appropriate forums.

In the future, when I suggest 'report that on the tracker' on python-list, I will try to remember to include 'at bugs.python.org'. 

I do think there should be a Reporting Bugs page (or section) and link somewhere on the site, but not on the front page. Apparently there already is something like that. A 'Getting Involved' page is a traditional place.

That gateway would ideally be the first hit for a 'report bug' or 'bug tracker' site search. However, even now, the first hit summary for either search gives the necessary information in spite of the strange doc link. 

"Reporting Bugs in Python — Python v2.6.5c2 documentation
www.python.org/doc//current/bugs.html
Mar 13, 2010 – Bug reports should be submitted via the Python Bug Tracker (http://bugs.python.org/). The bug tracker offers a Web form which allows pertinent ..."

Perhaps neither Steven or Daniel noticed the 'quiet' search box. I would like to see a label that specifies what is searched. See Advanced Search for possibilities. It could also be moved to the center to better attract attention.

Stephen, you are free to send a suggestion to webmaster@python.org. Since you asked for input here, I would hope you would incorporate it ;-). You can also close this when you think discussion has run out.