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> So why exactly did they need to rewrite it in Rust? The root comment links to a post literally about this, the post you're replying to lauded its content. Re
by quchen 3y ago
> So why exactly did they need to rewrite it in Rust?
The root comment links to a post literally about this, the post you're replying to lauded its content. Reading it sounds like a good idea. You can then still disagree, but the question you've asked is definitely answered there.
- spacechild1 3y agoYou're right. I got confused by the C++17 "upgrade" argument (which doesn't make any sense to me). The following point made me laugh, though: > Being written in Rust will help fish continue to be perceived as modern and relevant. Is this tongue-in-cheek or meant seriously?
- cube2222 3y agoI believe it's meant seriously in that being written in Rust it's more likely to attract contributions from people doing it in their free time. I have only read the discussion when the rewrite was first proposed, but I believe that was mentioned as an advantage.
- spacechild1 3y ago> being written in Rust it's more likely to attract contributions from people doing it in their free time. Ah, because there are no Rust jobs? duck
- fidelramos 3y agoI'll take the bait. The increasing number of Rust jobs ask you for previous Rust experience, if only on open-source or hobby projects.
- stouset 3y ago> Is this tongue-in-cheek or meant seriously? Let’s assume it was originally written in FORTRAN. Would you think it was a joke or serious? The writing is on the wall for C++. They’re a little ahead of the curve, but rewriting in a well-liked modern language will likely benefit the health of the project’s contributor pipeline for years to come. There aren’t a lot of people choosing to learn C++ (or FORTRAN) these days.
- noobermin 3y agoFortran has a modern version that codes are written in today in the scientific world. Heck, I write fortran myself and did so last night now that I realise it.
- stouset 3y agoI think you’re missing the point. Do users still exist? Sure. Is it a healthy, thriving ecosystem with a promising future, increasing mindshare, and serious advantages over the alternatives? Not so much.
- kstrauser 3y agoThe fishshell.com website starts with: > Finally, a command line shell for the 90s When in doubt, assume the Fish team is being tongue-in-cheek.