Comment by throw128
1 day ago
It's a tactical error to disagree with influencers in public, much less actually criticize them, since it only arouses the mob. When there's a power difference you have to cede the platform (since they already have it), and try to ask good questions.
Questions like.. did we really even need to invoke particular influencers to discuss this issue? Why does that come up at all, and why is it the top comment? If names and argument from authority can settle issues on HN now, does it work with all credentialed authorities, or only those vocal few with certain opinions?
On the plus side having people listening to influencers calling interpreter languages programming languages you get more job security if they distract enough newcomers to never go bit flipping manually.
I understand your point and how frustrating it is trying to reason with people who think using a tool repeatedly means they understand how it works.