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> Isn't Java still one of the default languages ? Yes. There is no need to engage the GP - let him rant about Go and JS. Java is still huge, for both legacy a

by yazr 8y ago

> Isn't Java still one of the default languages ? Yes. There is no need to engage the GP - let him rant about Go and JS. Java is still huge, for both legacy and new projects. For context - I started as a C/Kernel dev. I also spent 2 years with Java on mission critical backend code. Both have their uses.

ilovecaching 8y ago
> For context - I started as a C/Kernel dev. So you have a very limited view on what sane development looks like. I assume this is just name dropping. > I also spent 2 years with Java on mission critical backend code. I feel bad for the people that will have to keep that code running. Because my point is that there are now better choices.
- kickopotomus 8y ago
  Are you familiar with the term "Magpie Developer"[0]? Your claim of "better choices" is highly subjective. To me, every point that ellard brought up makes Java "better" than JS or Go. [0]: https://blog.codinghorror.com/the-magpie-developer/ https://blog.codinghorror.com/the-magpie-developer/
- dang 8y ago
  Personal attacks aren't allowed here and we ban accounts that do that. If you'd please review https://news.ycombinator.com/newsguidelines.html https://news.ycombinator.com/newsguidelines.html and follow the rules when posting in the future, we'd be grateful.
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