[Shootout-list] Stuff

[Isaac Gouy]

 > I believe the answer is: the purpose of the Shootout
> should NOT be to measure performance. That is indeed
> inherently stupid, whether large or small scale.
> 
> My view is the shootout should *showcase* languages.
> The tests should be designed to exhibit strengths
> and weaknesses, perhaps to allow people to choose
> the best tools for the job, perhaps to allow people
> to learn new techniques and new languages.

Go forth and create "The Computer Language Showcase"

I'm sure it will be very popular.

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