On Tue, 2005-08-02 at 15:52, Joshua D. Drake wrote: > Bob Pawley wrote: > > Language reflects the character of those who use it. > > > > In this case, the language used also reflects on the community to which > > it is directed. > > > > I don't wish to be associated with a "professional" community, such as > > Postgre, that holds such shallow values. > > Well since there is no Postgre community I guess this isn't a problem... > > I assume you are speaking to the colorful four letter word in the > subject. It would not have been my choice either and in general if you > review the lists you will see that swearing is rare. > > However if you are not going to associate with a community because one > person chose to use a word you don't like then you are going to lead a > very lonely life. > > Have you ever grepped for four letter words in Linux? > > We are an Open Source community, we embrace many values. Some people > value things a little differently than others. > > Sincerely, > > Joshua D. Drake What I found most interesting about his reply was that he couldn't be bothered to take 5 whole seconds to change the very subject line he was bitching about. ---------------------------(end of broadcast)--------------------------- TIP 9: In versions below 8.0, the planner will ignore your desire to choose an index scan if your joining column's datatypes do not match