in reply to Re^11: Switch
in thread Switch

As a long term user I was a little surprised you didn't know about cpan ratings,

I probably wouldn't have used them if I had.

I tend to look inside modules and make my own judgements; but I'm not the audience that is bitten by modules like Switch sorting to the top of the search.

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Re^13: Switch
by marto (Cardinal) on Aug 07, 2016 at 11:23 UTC

    There's no substitute for proper investigation, the ratings have a purpose which IMHO they address. Hidden ratings, from what I've seen so far, are SPAM or low quality post.

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      There's no substitute for proper investigation,

      Agreed, but it presupposes the wherewithal to do that investigation. Without a good level of understanding, making quality judgements about code is a big ask.

      With the rise and rise of 'Social' network sites: 'Computers are making people easier to use everyday'
      Examine what is said, not who speaks -- Silence betokens consent -- Love the truth but pardon error.
      "Science is about questioning the status quo. Questioning authority". I knew I was on the right track :)
      In the absence of evidence, opinion is indistinguishable from prejudice.
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        Absolutly. The ratings service, or rather it's intended target audience (as described above) would benefit greatly from your expertise.

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