A lot of this is a matter of taste and judgement. In the same way that it's possible to have an xml/json/yaml/toml config that creates despair in those who hav

A lot of this is a matter of taste and judgement. In the same way that it's possible to have an xml/json/yaml/toml config that creates despair in those who have to maintain it, a python or bash script can grow into a monster in the basement. Or, it could be a cogent script that makes its intent and operation obvious. I prefer that when possible.