Date: Tue, 19 Dec 2000 14:02:03 +0200 (IST)
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Subject: Re: Stupid DJGPP questions
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On Mon, 18 Dec 2000, Kevin Mitchell wrote:

> However, I think I could spend many years programming in C++ and still not
> know what he had in mind. For now, he's the expert and I'm the student and
> I'm just gonna' do my best to answer the question...

IMHO, this is not a very good attitude, in the long run.  Programming
is not a black art; most opinions and advice should be generally
backed up by valid logical arguments based on data.  I suggest to
always try to understand why are you asked to do something in a
certain way, even if it comes from some local or global guru.  By
questioning the reasons, you have a better chance understanding the
underlying issues, and will be able to reason about the ups and downs
of any solution, instead of just citing someone else's opinion.