3 ms·

First, it's not a rant. Second, programming languages are about making things. If I have to learn a ton of concepts before I can make things, then your langua

• anthonyb 16y ago
  Depends on how useful the concepts are. If, say, macros or continuations save you a boatload of work and make your stuff easier, then "you language sucks" is a bit of a stretch. Obviously there are different trade offs of learning/doing, depending on your tolerance for it and how long your things take to make. For an afternoon framework maybe not so much, but for a longer project learning a bit more upfront makes sense if it'll save you time down the track.
• olliesaunders 16y ago
  It's actually OK if you need to learn a load of best practice before you're able to be productive. It stops people making a lot of mess.