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> 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 t
by 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.