I enjoy *both* the "writings" and the code. Bring it *all* on! And the "active essays" are a great way to integrate them.
Why? [Writings] share vision, intent, possibilities, analysis, and background stories. [Codings] implement specific realizations and demonstrations of dynamic concepts. I am interested in both aspects, taken together when possible. And, one can interact with, and explore an "active essay." Viz., "active essay." E.g., http://tinlizzie.org/jstile/#TileScript Kudos!!! Cheers, --Ken Ritchie (Atlanta) PS, What was I thinking...? I used to say, "the code is the *ultimate* 'documentation' [of a program]" ;-) Now, I'm attracted to a more holistic embodiment, including code...and more. Historically, the world's code bodies have all too often been separated from "the rest of the story" (to borrow a phrase from the late Paul Harvey). In recent years, the notion of "active essays" and other *integrated* writing and coding systems have been promoted by members of the VPRI community. I acknowledge that it requires significant effort to craft an active essay, just as it does to form "code" or any other form of "writing." Please know that I appreciate the static writings, too. E.g., VPRI Memo M-2003-002, "Background on How Children Learn" (Alan Kay). So, y'all keep on PLAYING, SAYING, *and* WRITING! Thanks again, --Ken ;-)
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