I want to touch on a couple points of
footpad's.
While some off-topic (e.g. non-Perl) discussion is
tolerated, it's best to limit that as much as possible.
Remember, we're here to further our understanding of Perl.
If you're in doubt, float the idea via CB (as I presume you
did on this one) and see what the response is.
Almost two points to remember on this:
- OT posts should be labeled as such. I'd like to
believe that my (OT) Apache Server issue post demonstrates the finer
points of an OT post. It has some relation to what I am
doing in Perl, although it is not related to actual Perl
code.
- Responses to OT posts should be limited to helping out
with the problem. If you have a problem with an OT post,
-- it and be done with it. If you absolutely have to make a
point to the author, /msg him/her. Of course, this is just
a peeve of mine in relation to the above node.
For example, if you're getting error messages, tell us
what they are. Don't just give us a dump, though. Filter
through them, find the most relevant ones, and then provide
the summary.
footpad forgot the golden rule, even though it's
written everywhere: use strict and -w. Update: In
case you're throwing out some CGI code, -T is an option that
I shouldn't have had to be reminded about. :) Thanks,
footpad for keeping me on my toes. End Update
And there are a few things I'd like to add:
- Accept the fact that you aren't the best programmer. This
is important if you post code. Your code is going to get
reviewed since this is a public forum. People are going to
give you pointers on how to do something better. This is
not a personal attack. merlyn's been doing this far longer
than you have.
- The best thing to do if you find yourself in a
flame war is to throw buckets of water into the discussion.
Pride is only useful if you wish to be proud of yourself.
Piss off the wrong people and that's nothing to be proud of.
- footpad mentions the Search and Super Search. I'm
going to mention the Random
Node. If you're not here for a particular reason, then
go find a reason to be here. I'm not saying that every
visit to PM has to have a reason, but that if you're bored
and want to learn, this may have some acceptable side
effects.
- Make friends with those above and below you. I see more
coteries formed in the CB than anywhere else. And it's
always nice to know that if you are needing a few points,
those people will be willing to help with a level up (your
welcome, Lexicon). P.S. the other users is in XP order.
That's just some of my extra thoughts to throw out. ++ to
footpad for sharing the secret to his success. :)
ALL HAIL BRAK!!!
