Re: Re: Dynamically calling different functions?

Hi. I just wanted to let you know I downvoted your node, and give you a reason why. If you read the original question, the OP explicitly says he does not want to use eval. It's not just a subtle hint:

data that's outside of my control (so please don't say "eval( <perl> )" right away ;^) [emphesis mine]

I'm not trying to rub a downvote in your face, I just wanted to let you know my reasons. Please don't take it personally. =^)

Update: glad to see I've been downvoted (if only very little... downvoted nonetheless) for being honest and straightforward. Maybe I should reconsider my strategy and simply snipe at people from the dark.

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Re: Re: Re: Dynamically calling different functions? by Skeeve (Parson) on Jul 04, 2003 at 05:22 UTC
Thanks for telling me. I really didn't see the eval-hint. Maybe I have to read more carefully. I also shouldn't stop when I think I have enough information when ther actually is more text ahead... I gave you ++ for being informative. I hate it when I get downvoted and don't know why.	[reply]
Re: Dynamically calling different functions? by tadman (Prior) on Jul 03, 2003 at 19:14 UTC
I downvoted Skeeve's posting as well because it was promoting the wreckless use of `eval` and also completely ignored the request. It's jut not very valuable advice. I guess people just don't appreciate it much when you try and explain your motivation for downvoting. My token ++ might not count for much, but it's all I can do.	[reply]