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Very amusing to re-read after a long time. But still I haven't done with frameworks, mostly because when I build a house and I have nothing to start with, I co
by lewisjoe 12y ago
Very amusing to re-read after a long time.
But still I haven't done with frameworks, mostly because when I build a house and I have nothing to start with, I could very well use a factory factory factory, which could provide me with factories, than to run to a shop every time I need something.
Say for example, what I need is a url routing system, I could very well use a routing framework than to write one myself. A user authentication system is such a common task that I'd rather generate one with a factory than to run myself to a shop to buy one.
Frameworks have their place in my toolkit. Using them only at the right time with the right purpose is what will make the difference.
- jakejake 12y agoAgreed, frameworks are tools to be used or abused. The main problem with Joel's analogy is really that factories did not replace hammers. Hammers and factories and everything in between are always available to us.
- icantthinkofone 12y agoIf you're a home builder, I would expect you to already have what you need to build one, and not running elsewhere to buy parts that everyone uses on their houses, too. Unless you're just a tract house builder cranking 'em out without a care for what they look like.