Program Challenge (was Re: z80 timing... 6502 timing) - test-drb@ccmp.vtda.org

19 Apr 1999

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> One other thing I'd say, though, is that it's perhaps a bit questionable
> publishing code as yet because it will pollute the idea pool (no reflection
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 > on the quality of the submitted code) in that
those who read it over (which
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   I haven't
for that reason) will potentially have their own approach
 influenced by seeing someone else's. 
Or they'll find ways to improve on it, which is what gives this whole
seemingly pointless exercise actual meaning and purpose.

Sellam                                    Alternate e-mail: dastar(a)siconic.com
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Careful now!  What I find better may not be better to you.  It depends on
your goals and outlook.  I'd have liked it better if the initial phase had
been without code listings and description of the approach chosen.
Nevertheless, there's not much harm done.  One who wishes to be entirely
original doesn't have to peek.

Dick