> I do not think that short syntax is good, suppose:
> proxy_cache_path /data/nginx/cache 1:2 ONE 10m 20m 50m;
Sure, I can see why it could be confusing, but that's why I'm suggesting
both as an option, and leave it up to whoever manages the server to
decide whether they want the longer or shorter syntax. I think there
will be others than just myself who would prefer a shorter syntax as an
option.

You could also write the above as

proxy_cache_path /data/nginx/cache 1:2 ONE 10M 20m 50M

which helps to differentiate between the time and keys zone size, or you
could have

proxy_cache_path /data/nginx/cache 1:2 ONE:10M 20m 50M

to link the shm name with size, which might make it easier to remember
the order if you have to.


Marcus.