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Maybe many programmers don't copy/paste actual code on a large scale, but they will happily leverage a ready-made library (free or otherwise) without looking at a single line of code...

hplbsh
– hplbsh

2011-01-15 04:52:11 +00:00
Commented Jan 15, 2011 at 4:52
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@Stuart True, but I think the distinction there is that that library wouldn't be claimed as the programmer's own work. And honestly, so long as the library works and does what I need it to do, I don't particularly care to pore over its source either. (Assuming due diligence is otherwise done on how reputable/reliable the library is in the first place.)

Adam Lear
– Adam Lear ♦

2011-01-15 05:15:26 +00:00
Commented Jan 15, 2011 at 5:15
In a way it's a matter of intent, both on the part of the publisher and the consumer :)

hplbsh
– hplbsh

2011-01-15 05:18:21 +00:00
Commented Jan 15, 2011 at 5:18
@stuart - I wouldn't include a library in this discussion as it's a cohesive unit ... not really 'lose' code, if you know what I mean.

John MacIntyre
– John MacIntyre

2011-01-15 07:25:42 +00:00
Commented Jan 15, 2011 at 7:25
Actually thinking about your comments, I honestly have to wonder if its possible for a programmer to cut & paste a complete system together. I think the weight of their hubris would quickly avalanche, crushing their progress to a standstill.

John MacIntyre
– John MacIntyre

2011-01-15 07:28:41 +00:00
Commented Jan 15, 2011 at 7:28

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