Travesty: Is EasyC Too Easy?

[TubaMorg]

EasyC just removes the neccesity of knowing syntax. Syntax isn't what makes a good programmer a good programmer. Yes, yes, yes, when working collaboratively good coding practice dictates certain styles, and of course syntax is important or the compiler won't know what you are talking about. But really, independent of language, programming is about thinking logically to solve a problem. The essence of programming revolves around thinking of every possible way your code can go wrong...and keeping it from happening. EasyC doesn't do this, it merely simplifies the production of correct syntax. It just gives you the library card to the WPILIB. What you do with it is programming. Do you think that when you use strings in C that it just magically exists? C is a high level programming language that gives you access to some libraries (where Strings are programmed).

I program to solve problems every day. I have no problem using every short cut that is available to me to get my code down. I really don't understand why anyone would rather type every gory detail out. To me that's like getting a tooth extracted without novacaine.

Sure new programmers should learn the nuts and bolts of programming. But in the middle of a build season? No.