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Damn you! I wrote a bloody essay in a reply[1] to explain, in superfluous detail, what you summarized in one sentence. Anyone with basic knowledge of the topic
by developer2 9y ago
Damn you! I wrote a bloody essay in a reply[1] to explain, in superfluous detail, what you summarized in one sentence. Anyone with basic knowledge of the topic would know what you mean. I need to figure out this magic people like you possess. I'm tired of rambling, when nobody will read it. Thank you for the incentive to improve.
[1] https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=14374031 https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=14374031
- endgame 9y agoThat's the kindest spontaneous compliment I've received in a while. Thank you. But: while the pithy comment might farm more imaginary internet points, the essay may actually teach a lesson to the person who doesn't yet get it. As for writing: it's not magic, but for me it's not consciously applied processes either. If I had to guess how my earlier comment came about, I'd suggest something like this as a generative process: 1. Find two effects with a common cause (provided upthread). 2. State each effect, sharing words and rhythm to bring out contrast. 3. Omit needless words. (Thanks, Strunk/White!) HTH.