Comment by arcadialeak
8 hours ago
Why does any mention of C++ nowadays turn into a Rust debate? These can coexist even in a single project via C ABI. Also, despite the vast syntax and semantic differences, an experienced dev will be able to apply most of their knowledge from one to the other.
My fault for mentioning Rust (perhaps I did it because it’s vaguely amusing watching Rust maximalists flex).
Just to add to the bait, I find CPP libraries much more terse and functional, Rust libs tend towards over complexity and feature flexing.
It's because crowing about Rust is like sending dick pics. I suspect it's the same part of the brain responsible with the same neural pathways stimulated.
>"Why does any mention of C++ nowadays turn into a Rust debate?"
Because for most developers language is a religion rather than just a tool.
If a tool had been replaced by a better tool, wouldn't it be natural to discuss that?
First - the tool in question had not been replaced. Second -discussion based on merits is one thing. Holy war is something totally different.
Personally I do not consider Rust to be a better tool but it does not matter. Each one is free to drink their own poison. I do not get obsessed about screwdrivers and I have used many.
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I dont think so.
The problem is the sunk cost fallacy.
You mean there are still people left who do not want to rewrite everything in Rust?