Remember that Joel Spolsky is a brand. He's got products and sites to sell. People should take his articles for what they are - opinion and marketing. Good for

Remember that Joel Spolsky is a brand. He's got products and sites to sell. People should take his articles for what they are - opinion and marketing. Good for some, not for all. In many cases, he has valid opinions, but just like in medicine, more opinions should be sought before making a final decision.