Opinionated Software
July 23rd, 2008[ Software Development ]
In a ruby web framework session at OSCON where the concept of opinionated software was mentioned. The rails framework and all the 37signals apps pride themselves on being opinionated.
What’s your opinion on opinionated software?
- Make Opinionated Software: “We think that’s bullshit. The best software has a vision. The best software takes sides. When someone uses software, they’re not just looking for features, they’re looking for an approach. They’re looking for a vision.”
- A Fatal Flaw in Opinionated Software: “The problem with this approach is that punishment is only appropriate for children and criminals. By actively working to make my life as a hacker more difficult, David is treating me like a child or a criminal. ”
July 24th, 2008 at 10:03 am
I think more people need to wisen up to this advice:
“And remember, if they don’t like your vision there are plenty of other visions out there for people. Don’t go chasing people you’ll never make happy.”
Crap this has my old employer written all over it.