[Python-Dev] Changes to PEP 327: Decimal data type (original) (raw)

Tim Peters tim.one at comcast.net
Thu Mar 18 10:11:27 EST 2004

[Michael Chermside]

... I could also point out that in those cases where it ISN'T possible to use one word, the alllowercaseformat is a real pain to read, especially for non-native english speakers.

But all_lower_case_format isn't, and some claim it's easier for non-native readers to read than stuffRammedTogetherLikeThis. I believe it, in part because it's easier for this native reader to read: WordRamming doesn't exist in real-life English. In SmallDoses such affectations can be helpful to draw attention, and that's fine for class names, or Wiki page titles. ButOveruseOf snyAffectation isWearying.

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