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As a "language snob", I feel that Java is hopelessly behind among JVM languages. But I also think that C# is well-designed enough that it doesn't matter whether
by gurkendoktor 14y ago
As a "language snob", I feel that Java is hopelessly behind among JVM languages. But I also think that C# is well-designed enough that it doesn't matter whether it's the only CLR language I'll ever use. I don't know if the grandparent poster feels the same, but your post actually confirms my opinion.
Of course I have no realistic idea how Oracle would ever migrate millions of Java coders to a cleaner language. :(
- kamaal 14y ago>>As a "language snob", I feel that Java is hopelessly behind among JVM languages. Java is designed by its existence to be a better C++, nothing much. Nothing changes that base design goal. But this is a design goal for the late 80's and early 90's. The fate of most Java-only programmers, which are uncountable today is pitiable to say at the least. Its like Dijkstra said, one must avoid prolonged exposure to bad tools. Because they permanently damage your brain. Oracle will never do away with Java, its their bait to sell their products. Most Java programmers will go the COBOL programmers way- "Employable only at MegaCorps"
- pjmlp 14y ago> "Employable only at MegaCorps" Usually it comes with a salary full with nice digits.