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I like the way you think. Unfortunately programmers like to either be really against something or treat it as dogma and the only way to do things.
by sotojuan 10y ago
I like the way you think. Unfortunately programmers like to either be really against something or treat it as dogma and the only way to do things.
- existencebox 10y agoI never understood that mentality, frankly. I see so much in common between programmers and craftsmen, and it would be hilarious for e.g. a carpenter to refuse a specialized tool because they ONLY USE PHILLIPS HEAD SCREWDRIVERS. I would think programmers take pride in having a bigger "mental toolbox." (To deflate my own point however I've seen some interesting debates in construction; e.g. plastic or copper piping for plumbing is still apparently a contentious topic?)
- gravypod 10y agoI 100% agree that programmers are craftsman, I'd go so far as to say we are a trade/profession and not a "science." Despite this, unlike many other professions programmers show a trait very different to other professionals. We have huge ass egos. We think we are right all the time and there is no compromise.
- mod 10y agoI don't find that much different from the other trades I'm somewhat familiar with, except that in those trades they ARE right. As in, there's often one way that's the best way.
- koonsolo 10y agoI see this attitude mostly in junior programmers (including myself when I was young :)). When you get older, you get to see that everything has its benefits and drawbacks.
- falcolas 10y agoI agree, but that realization tend to make your voice quieter in relevant discussions, since you can see both sides of the coin.