Re: A question about certain language features
On 11 Feb 2002, at 22:45, Irv Mullins wrote:
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> Other than the goto, I've never seen any textbook that condemns
> these things. All that any of them can do is contribute to code clarity.
> As to why they're not in Euphoria, along with a number of other things
> which would add convenience while improving and simplifying code,
> only Rob can answer.
<NOT an attack on Irv>
As for the goto being maligned in some textbooks, let me refer you to the
slam i made regarding Alabama interstate highways. There truely is nothing
wrong with the roadway or the right-of-way in Death Valley. The recurrent
problem is slow drivers, usually over 50yrs old, who apparently get scared of
the narrow back roads, and decide to drive on the interstate, but at the
speeds of the back roads. They merge at 40mph, and slow to 45mph when
they see the exit sign in the distance. If they are older, they slam on the
brakes right at the exit warning, a mile before they get to it. To be succinct:
poor driving skills. But we do not rip out the interstate highway system, we
try to improve driving habits. Well, i take that back, *here* they plan on
putting up roadside barriers so the wrecks stay in the traffic lanes.
Kat
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