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Perhaps Java isn't the most popular tool in the shed but its LTS story is unstoppable. I rank Java with Apple/Microsoft, in terms of respecting developers' inve
by spacemanmatt 6y ago
Perhaps Java isn't the most popular tool in the shed but its LTS story is unstoppable. I rank Java with Apple/Microsoft, in terms of respecting developers' investments in their APIs.
- ascagnel_ 6y agoI think it's interesting that you're lumping Apple in there. Their iOS stuff has been fairly stable, but they've been fairly aggressive in chopping off support for legacy tech (32-bit apps was a big one, especially in the macOS world).
- spacemanmatt 6y agoI have followed Apple architecture since the 128k Mac and the Lisa. They have studiously avoided breaking all apps at the same time. To wit, the 68k to Intel migration for many was recompiling with Xcode, and some code review per Apple guidelines. They actually went to great lengths to give you tools to ensure your migration went as smoothly as possible, where the OS interface was concerned. ARM: Lather, rinse, repeat, or not, if you are satisfied with emulated performance.
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