I have been happily using FreeMarker for a month or so and so far it
fits my needs just fine. I haven't stressed it, so I can't give any
specifics about the peformance, but it certainly doesn't seem to be
significantly slow. From what I've read about WebMacro, the basic
features of the two packages are very similar (basic variable
replacement; an "if" construct; list fill-ins, etc.). In my case, the
decision came down to one point: FreeMarker is unambiguously usable in a
commercial product; WebMacro's licensing is not as clear on that point.
In the absence of any other compelling advantage of WebMacro, that made
my choice simple. I'd be interested in hearing, however, if anyone else
HAS found a compelling advantage of WebMacro.
--Jim Preston
InterSurvey Inc.
-----Original Message-----
From: Vanita Browne [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]
Sent: Thursday, June 03, 1999 3:32 PM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: WebMacro versus FreeMarker
WebMacro and FreeMarker Users:
I am in the process of deciding which template package to use in a
project. It would be wonderful to hear from those that have used either
or both packages.
Throughout the time I have been subscribing to the list, many
suggestions have been made leading users to WebMacro or another template
tool, but few comments have been stated regarding the actual
implementation and use of the above stated packages. Please comment on
your experience with each above stated tool (ie. performance issues,
problems with the template framework, etc.).
Your experience and knowledge is appreciated.
Regards
Vanita
PACKAGES:
FreeMarker: http://www.freemarker.org/
WebMacro: http://www.webmacro.org/
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