Re: [MacPerl-Forum] OT: Two Language System

[Joel Rees <rees_joel@fujicomp.co.jp>]

>This is off-topic.

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>In an article I read recently, the author stated that all
>programmers/developers/administrators should be proficient in two
>programming languages. He suggested Perl as your scripting language and then
>either C/C++ or Java as your application development language. From a
>professional standpoint, is having two languages a good idea?

I think so. Ultimately, (IMHO) two probably isn't enough. 

>For myself, Perl seems to handle all of my needs, but it is also the only
>language I really know (excluding SQL and Informix ACE Report Language).
>Would another language be a good idea?

Now, there, you see, you know at least three non-human languages. Wait. 
Perl is almost human.

>On a semi-related note, does anyone have any comments on Metroworks
>CodeWarrior program?

I liked the older versions better. More responsive. The newer versions 
have some interesting gadgetry, but you really want (must have, since CW 
5) a PowerPC on Mac. The newest version has begun to take on a bit of the 
flavor of MS Visual Stubio. Maybe that's unavoidable when trying to 
support cross-platform with MS Win(?!)32.

But CW is still closer to real C than anything MS will ever produce. 
Again, IM(not-so)HO.

What are the alternatives you are considering, both for language and 
development system?

Joel


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