diff --git a/README.markdown b/README.markdown
index 456f41879..e8ddca0ff 100644
--- a/README.markdown
+++ b/README.markdown
@@ -6,8 +6,8 @@ A: Yes.
 
 ## What's it?
 
-Slic3r is an STL-to-GCODE translator for RepRap 3D printers, aiming to
-be a modern and fast alternative to Skeinforge.
+Slic3r is a G-code generator for 3D printers. It's compatible with RepRaps,
+Makerbots, Ultimakers and many more machines.
 
 See the [project homepage](http://slic3r.org/) at slic3r.org
 for more information.
@@ -63,8 +63,11 @@ download and run, with no dependencies required.
 
 ## Can I help?
 
-Sure! Send patches and/or drop me a line at aar@cpan.org. You can also 
+Sure! Drop me a line at aar@cpan.org. You can also 
 find me in #reprap and in #slic3r on FreeNode with the nickname _Sound_.
+Before sending patches and pull requests contact me to discuss your proposed
+changes: this way we'll ensure nobody wastes their time and no conflicts arise
+in development.
 
 ## What's Slic3r license?
 
diff --git a/lib/Slic3r/GUI.pm b/lib/Slic3r/GUI.pm
index 90eac2132..efce57ac8 100644
--- a/lib/Slic3r/GUI.pm
+++ b/lib/Slic3r/GUI.pm
@@ -86,7 +86,7 @@ sub About {
     $info->SetName('Slic3r');
     $info->AddDeveloper('Alessandro Ranellucci');
     $info->SetVersion($Slic3r::VERSION);
-    $info->SetDescription('STL-to-GCODE translator for RepRap printers');
+    $info->SetDescription('G-code generator for 3D printers');
     
     Wx::AboutBox($info);
 }