Don't Drive On The Lawn

[jenk]

Raymond's blog entry today is on "ground rules for using function parameters". He's specifically trying to list the "unwritten" rules, aka the rules that are taken for granted. Comparing calling conventions to driving directions, he's trying to write the equivalent of "Don't drive on the lawn" and "Next right does not mean driveway unless you're told otherwise". Overall I found it entertaining (but then I find kooky software errors entertaining :)

http://blogs.msdn.com/oldnewthing/archive/2006/03/20/555511.aspx