Python vs C++
Neil D. Cerutti
neilc at norwich.edu
Fri Aug 22 08:51:58 EDT 2014
On 8/22/2014 5:29 AM, Marko Rauhamaa wrote:
> C is readily supported by all extension APIs. Its calling conventions
> are stable and well-understood. Its runtime requirements are trivial.
> Plus, you don't have to be a Medieval Scholar to program in it.
C itself is very simple (albeit not simple to use). But I contend you do
need to be a Medieval Scholar to compile and link it. My mind boggles
watching a ./configure vomit ASCII all over my screen. I have to avert
my eyes, make a wish, and make install. ;)
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Neil Cerutti
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