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In which universe is polymorphism the opposite of isomorphism? Couldn't we just have said "JavaScript that runs everywhere" instead of trying to sound educated?
by nox_ 12y ago
In which universe is polymorphism the opposite of isomorphism? Couldn't we just have said "JavaScript that runs everywhere" instead of trying to sound educated?
- aboodman 12y agoWhen you want to refer to the same concept over and over, it helps to give it a name. Other examples: ajax, lamp, nosql, soa ... they may be buzzwords, but they are helpful. I don't see the problem here.
- nox_ 12y agoIsomorphism was already a word before Nodejitsu abused it. Your examples are acronyms and abbreviations. Nevermind that this concept is not even worth a name.
- aboodman 12y agoIt is common to repurpose words this way. I think it is called 'metaphor'. See also: half the names in technology and all nearly every apple product name. Anyway, I find the term useful.
- nox_ 12y agoMetaphors make sense, that reusing of isomorphism doesn't, however you quote Greek words to justify your means.