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The same mindset can be seen everywhere, even in opensource: -Build shiny new replacement -> HN front page, exposure, kudos -Fix bugs in existing thing -> No r
by nikanj 4y ago
The same mindset can be seen everywhere, even in opensource:
-Build shiny new replacement -> HN front page, exposure, kudos
-Fix bugs in existing thing -> No recognition
Rewriting is so much more fun than hunting after obscure issues
- realharo 4y agoIn open source, it's more that you get to make all the decisions in your own project, and don't have to spend time trying to convince someone who may ultimately disagree with a proposed change.
- brookst 4y agoThat’s true, but in theory a professionally-managed company like Google should not be motivated by HN front pages and kudos; it should be about maximizing long term profits. That’s exactly the meme/complaint: Google seems to value innovation more than success.