On Oct 19, 2011, at 9:29 AM, John Clements wrote: > > On Oct 19, 2011, at 4:03 AM, Robby Findler wrote: > >> (I'm sorry if you got this message already; I thought I sent it >> already but I don't see it.) >> >> What about the current-output/error-port? what about the >> current-namespace? current-custodian? >> >> There are lots of parameters that affect core functions in subtle ways >> and if you do something like this in plot, it seems like it could lead >> to serious confusion someday. Also, it can introduce leaks. > > +1. I think this is not not not a good idea. > > Robby's solution requires you to make one list of all of the plot-related > parameters, which looks to me like the "right" amount of work. > > Furthermore, it has the unpleasant characteristic that when it breaks, it > will be exposed in an unwanted change to a parameter that will likely be > entirely unrelated to plot. Tracking this down will be horrible, and the > axe-wielding murderer of legend will be very unhappy when he (or she?) > finally gets to your doorstep.
Dangling pronoun. Of course, I meant to say "Furthermore, [your solution] has the unpleasant characteristic..." John
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