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Wait, so you're suggesting developers shouldn't adhere to specs but instead develop their tools / libraries according to whatever they feel it is the cool kids

Wait, so you're suggesting developers shouldn't adhere to specs but instead develop their tools / libraries according to whatever they feel it is the cool kids currently do?

rolph 2y ago
i fail to see much difference with: >>develop their tools / libraries according to whatever they feel it is the cool kids currently do?<< versus: >>adhere to the letter of the spec maliciously instead of understanding current practice.<<
otabdeveloper4 2y ago
Yes, I do. You should be following de-facto real world standards, not fantasy ones. Especially if security is involved.
- robertlagrant 2y ago
  If there are de facto real world standards, why not write them down?
  - otabdeveloper4 2y ago
    Ask the guys writing the RFC's, not me. Boggles my mind too.
    - datanut 2y ago
      Have you considered replacing/creating/updating RFCs/BCPs relevant to your field?