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in thread Switch

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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Re^14: Switch
by BrowserUk (Patriarch) on Aug 07, 2016 at 12:15 UTC
    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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        Absolutly. The ratings service, or rather it's intended target audience (as described above) would benefit greatly from your expertise.

        You really think so? You think that the authors of Moose or Perlcritic or Readonly or autobox et al would appreciate me posting my views on their modules as reviews?

        I don't.

        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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