Subject: RE: [xsl] Linus and XML From: "Kienle, Steven C [USCRE/0924]" <steven.c.kienle@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> Date: Tue, 2 Dec 2003 11:38:14 -0600 |
Peter Hickman wrote: > I think what Linus was all het up about was the inappropriate > use of xml, for the example he gave xml (even if done correctly) > is overkill. You want to read a small configuarion file? Load > up a monster xml parser just to extract the eight bytes you require. I disagree. XML may still be a good way to store configuration data, but it may not be appropriate to parse it via an XML parser. Sometimes reading the file and using regular string searching will work just a well. Steve This communication is intended solely for the use of the addressee and may contain information that is legally privileged, confidential or exempt from disclosure. If you are not the intended recipient, please note that any dissemination, distribution, or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. Anyone who receives this message in error should notify the sender immediately and delete it from his or her computer. XSL-List info and archive: http://www.mulberrytech.com/xsl/xsl-list
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