Re: tough choices

Blair Adamache wrote:

> SQL is a beautiful language because it is so simple: 9 verbs. 4 to
> manipulate data, 3 to define the tables, and 2 to control access (GRANT and
> REVOKE). Who would want more? Only a consultant who relies on an RDBMS that
> is overly complex and generates lots of billable hours - perhaps even a
> teaching position at an august academy of learning.

To which I would reply that you are absolutely correct.

A carpenter uses the hammer that makes him the most money. I choose my tools wisely too I believe. And I don't bang code for my health.

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Daniel Morgan
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