From: Marnen Laibow-Koser Date: 2010-02-02T02:56:19+09:00 Subject: Re: Refining the use of file joins or file expand_path Alpha Blue wrote: > Marnen Laibow-Koser wrote: >> >> Then learn the correct paradigm. > > The comment was really unnecessary Marnen, especially since I was only > responding to one person. You don't learn a paradigm; you are part of a > paradigm. Wrong, at least the way I use that word. > I was trying to state that learning takes time and when > someone has 10 years under their belt, of course things are simpler to > them. You were trying to make this a paradigm/experience issue and provide excuses. If you truly want to learn the right way, then empty your cup and don't make excuses. That's not meant to be harsh. It's just meant to be advice. :) > > When moving to another language, the first year is really spent breaking > old mindsets and philosophies. Right. So do it instead of making excuses. > Ruby is a very good OOL and it's must > easier to use than other languages. I'm thankful for that. > > Ryan and Pharrington provided input into the topic and I thank them. > You did not. Because I had nothing to add to the technical knowledge that they'd already shared. But I did have advice that I think needed to be given, so I gave it. Best, -- Marnen Laibow-Koser http://www.marnen.org marnen@marnen.org -- Posted via http://www.ruby-forum.com/.