The contentious debate about tabs vs. spaces in coding, breaking down its historical roots and current implications.
Tabs vs. spaces
This Chaos Lever episode explores the surprisingly intense debate around using tabs and spaces in programming. Ned and Chris cover the historical journey of coding practices from punch cards to modern coding environments. They discuss how seemingly small choices, like whether to use tabs or spaces, have great implications for code readability, maintenance, and even programmers’ salaries.
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