Birket Foster wrote:

"Hey Tom,

Can you explain what you are doing other than splitting rabbits?

I always took that the dictionary made the different in these languages, allowing default formatting of fields, and enforcing rules on the data entry screens. I am a sure that a good Powerhouse or Speedware programmer can out code a cut and paste COBOL programmer by about 10 to one making those fees you mentioned well worth it. It also means that a junior team member is able to code accurately the business rules since the default edits/values come directly from the dictionary, ensuring consistency.

Have you used any of the languages you mentioned?

Happy July everyone,

Birket Foster".


Birket,

If you read the topic from the start you should find your answers.
The clue is 'feedback'.

If you cannot provide any evidence (as requested), I continue to deny the existence of a so-called 'Fourth Generation Language'.
If you use different standards, then that is well and good for you. But that does not prove the existence of anything.

Kindest Regards,
Tom.

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