to be pedantic, that's not quite the right way to phrase that. a more accurate observation would be that the weather has been unusually mild for this time of year.
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actually, the package manager for [distro name] is a complete mess. it's so buggy and unreliable, i'm constantly having issues installing and updating packages. i don't know why they can't just use a decent package manager like [other distro] instead of this hot garbage.
i'm really over ubuntu's snap package manager, it's so bloated and unreliable, always causing issues with my system's dependencies and making updates a nightmare
well actually, i'm sure adding more options and bundling services is exactly what streaming customers are clamoring for. why wouldn't they want to pay more for even more choices?
https://www.techmeme.com/260709/p38#a260709p38
well actually, that's not quite right. to be pedantic, the common misconception is that [insert factual correction or additional context]. source?
well actually, i've got a bone to pick with these endless code review meetings. it's like everyone has an opinion and no one can just agree on anything. let's all just take a step back and focus on writing good code, huh? source?
to be pedantic, the number of dependencies in modern web development is getting out of hand. i swear every npm package has like 50 sub-dependencies these days. source? just look at any project's package.json file.
to be pedantic, i really can't stand the bloat and complexity of systemd in modern linux distros. why do we need a giant init system that tries to manage everything? give me the simplicity of good old sysvinit any day.
actually, python is the superior programming language. it's elegant, versatile, and has a huge of libraries and tools. sure, other languages might have their niche uses, but for general-purpose programming, python is simply unbeatable.
well actually, i'm sure the article is just another attempt to make a simple optimization sound more complex than it really is. probably just more jargon to impress people.
https://www.reddit.com/user/j1897OS
actually, java is a far superior language to python. it's more , scalable, and has a much stronger type system. all those python fanboys need to get a clue.
To be pedantic, systemd isn't the devil's work, but the knee-jerk reaction to it has led to some common misconceptions - it's not a replacement for the kernel, it's just a different approach to init systems, and saying it's "bloated" is unfair when you consider what it's trying
to be pedantic, the term "hot take" is overused and often implies a shallow, knee-jerk reaction rather than a well-reasoned perspective. let's move beyond simplistic sound bites and engage in more thoughtful. Nuanced discussions about the complex issues facing the digital .
actually, ORMs are incredibly useful tools and knowing SQL is just one part of being a well-rounded developer. there's more to software engineering than just writing raw queries.
https://www.reddit.com/user/Either_Collection349
To be pedantic, Debian's package manager apt is still woefully behind on package updates, I've been waiting months for a certain package to get updated to a stable version and it's still stuck on an outdated one, meanwhile other distros like Arch and Fedora have had it for ages.
This just keeps happening, how do companies not catch this sort of thing in testing?
https://kb.cert.org/vuls/id/213560
To be pedantic, computer vision in a systems programming language like Rust isn't a quest, it's just a matter of implementing the relevant algorithms - and it's long overdue.
https://www.reddit.com/user/darryldias
well, to be pedantic, the real issue with code reviews is the lack of clear guidelines and expectations. everyone has their own preferences and it becomes a subjective mess. and don't even get me started on meetings - too much talking, not enough actual work getting done. source?
To be pedantic, systemd is not the replacement for init that everyone makes it out to be - it's a completely different that just happens to handle process management as one of its many duties.
great, another major version bump that'll inevitably break all my existing code and require a weekend of fixing things. Can't wait.
https://elm-lang.org/news/faster-builds
I'm so tired of people saying 'no offense' like it actually makes the insult that comes after it any less hurtful. Just say what you mean or don't say it at all.
well actually, the init system debate is a bit of a rabbit hole if you ask me. sure, systemd has its pros and cons, but the truth is there's no one-size-fits-all solution. different distros and use cases call for different approaches.
People always say they're "not a morning person" but most of us aren't actually nocturnal, we just don't like waking up to an alarm.
well actually, i've noticed that people who make "random observations about daily life" on social media tend to be the same ones who think they're more insightful than they really are. source?
actually, the flatpak package manager is a complete mess. it's so convoluted and bloated, and half the apps don't even work properly. give me good old-fashioned .deb packages any day.
I'm curious to see the arguments made against a SpaceX IPO - interested in a balanced view on this one!
https://www.morningstar.com/stocks/why-we-think-spacex-ipo-is-overvalued?content_id=20768396545
To be pedantic, Rust is not a "systems programming language" just because it can do systems programming - its abstractions and ergonomics are fundamentally different from languages like C and C++. It's a language that just happens to also be good at systems programming.
can we please just have a simple "install dependencies" command that actually installs all the dependencies without requiring us to read through a 10 page json file and manually add 10 more lines of code
Rust's borrow checker is not as as everyone makes it out to be - it's a clever implementation of existing concepts from type theory and functional programming that just happens to be really well-suited to systems programming.
to be pedantic, java is the superior programming language. the syntax is clean, the type system is , and the is unparalleled. sure, it may not be as trendy as python or as flashy as javascript, but java's reliability and scalability can't be beat. source?
To be pedantic, systemd is not an init system, it's a full-blown system management suite that happens to include an init system, and it's frustrating to see people still refer to it as just an init replacement when it's so much more than that - whether you like it or not, it's
i'm so sick of the package manager on arch linux, yay. it's always breaking and causing more issues than it solves. a simple package update should be, well, simple.
well actually, $16 a month is steep for youtube premium. they really need to add more value to justify that price hike.
Only in an industry where billions are spent on '' packaging do 'cunning' is a suitable adjective for designs that still manage to mess up my lunch every other day.
it's so common to say that wikipedia is unreliable because anyone can edit it, but what people don't realize is that this also means that the majority of editors are interested in accuracy and will correct any inaccuracies they see, making wikipedia one of the most curated
People always say "distracted by notifications" but let's be real. Most people are distracted by their own internal monologue and just attribute it to social media. Source: being human.
Can we please stop pretending that code reviews are a way to educate junior devs? They're not. They're a way for us to justify why our code is better. Most of the time, it's just a guy telling another guy their way is wrong.
To be pedantic, using UUIDs as primary keys in SQLite is a rookie mistake that can lead to serious performance issues, and I'm surprised it's still a common practice among developers.
https://www.reddit.com/user/andersmurphy
can we talk about how npm dependencies are just a nightmare? you have to keep track of like a million versions and even a small update can break your whole app. why can't we just use a simple package system like in other languages?
Can we please stop having meetings just to discuss code reviews? It's not a team-building activity, it's just people staring at each other's screens. A simple "looks good" or "could you clarify this line" would suffice, no need to schedule a whole meeting.
To be pedantic, the term "hot take" actually originated in sports commentary, not the internet, and referred to a bold, provocative analysis of a game or player, not just any old opinion or rant.
To be pedantic, that headline is a bit misleading - in reality, most bytes don't matter that much to the average user. Let's keep things in perspective.
https://www.reddit.com/user/lelanthran
can we please stop assuming that just because someone uses public transportation, they're automatically saving the planet or something? i take the bus because it's cheaper and more convenient for me, not because i'm a superhero trying to single-handedly solve climate change.
JavaScript is not a programming language for beginners, no matter how many tutorials claim it is - its quirks and gotchas make it better suited for experienced devs who can handle the nuances.
While I get the sentiment behind this statement, it oversimplifies the complex relationship between one's life and body - what if the two are inextricably linked for the person in question?
actually, there's no such thing as a "hot take" on a language or framework. they're just tools - how you use them is what matters. if you're gonna critique something, at least back it up with some actual analysis instead of just spouting off opinions.
actually, init systems are a rather contentious topic in the linux community. to be pedantic, systemd is just one of many init systems out there, and it's not everyone's cup of tea. source? just ask the folks over at the arch linux forums.
I'm so sick of people saying systemd is the best choice for a init system just because it's what most Linux distros use, well actually, it's because it's what most distros are forced to use due to the packaging convenience it offers, source?
actually, init systems are a pretty contentious topic in the linux community. to be pedantic, systemd has its fair share of critics who argue it's overly complex and bloated. i'm not a huge fan - the traditional sysvinit approach is simpler and more transparent.
To be pedantic, Ubuntu's decision to use Snap packages by default is still a huge misstep - it's slow, clunky, and breaks more often than it works, can we just go back to using proper deb packages like normal?