This. I find this is a big trap that nerds tend to fall into. We invest a lot of time and effort into tools and systems that have a steep learning curve (unix,

This. I find this is a big trap that nerds tend to fall into. We invest a lot of time and effort into tools and systems that have a steep learning curve (unix, vim, emacs) because it is a source of pride to master something that is so difficult and esoteric. Being influencers, we have a strong network effect, and end up perpetuating these systems without considering whether they really are the best way of doing things or whether they can be improved in any way. As far as Bloomberg is considered, they have a strong financial incentive to do this as well. It raises the switching cost for their users who have invested so much time into mastering their product.