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There are many valid criticisms of go, but the one presented in this article make no sense. Or maybe only make sense if you're a huge dynamic languages fan and
by eloff 12y ago
There are many valid criticisms of go, but the one presented in this article make no sense. Or maybe only make sense if you're a huge dynamic languages fan and can't stomach static typing. Personally, as someone who used to be a huge fan of dynamic languages like Python, I've sobered up as I've grown older and had to fight with large python and JavaScript code bases. A compiler that is fast with clear error messages is tremendously valuable.
- Dewie 12y agoIf using dynamic typing like Python's is being drunk, then at least Go is like being tipsy - not quite sober, but quite functioning.
- bkeroack 12y agoOnly if you make a habit of using reflection (you shouldn't). Otherwise it's designated driver all the way.
- deleted 12y ago[deleted]
- thomasahle 12y ago> Only if you make a habit of using reflection Or type switches. Or nearly anything involving interface{}.
- tel 12y agoTipsy is probably the most dangerous mode. People feel like they can probably still drive when they're just tipsy.
- lomnakkus 12y agoNo. Drunk driving is much worse. (Yes, people do that -- I mean they actually understand that they are "drunk" and not just "tipsy"... and unfortunately still drive :/.)
- tel 12y agoAh, yeah, I wouldn't want to claim that tipsy driving is worse than flat out drunk driving. I only wanted to suggest that there's higher net risk when it's less dangerous but is perceived to be not dangerous at all.