Re: Version control? You're soaking in it!

On Tue, May 03, 2005 at 08:31:39PM -0400, John Szakmeister wrote:
> On Tuesday 03 May 2005 19:39, John Burwell wrote:
> > So... those of you with a mischievous streak... should I go for it?
>
> In my experience, it's been best to face version control head on. Keep in
> mind, if they don't see the advantage they won't want to use it (whether
> they secretly have been or not).

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> Perhaps, not keeping it a secret would be a good thing? See if they'll
> mind if you create a repository and start using it. Perhaps they might
> be interested in how well things are working. :-)

My experience as a software engineer is no doubt limited compared to
many of you on this list, but...

In my experience, I cannot recall any single instance in which my lack
of communication proved to be beneficial. Further, I cannot recall
any instance in which my *intentional* lack of communication didn't
get me into a little trouble. I think John's advice is good advice.

Just my $0.02.

bc

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