operators, not users and programmers

a day ago

The modern distinction between 'programmers' and 'users' is harmful and reduces agency.
Spreadsheets exemplify malleable software due to immediate feedback and continuous deployment.
Malleable software aims to unify users and programmers into 'operators' of a computer.
Current programmer-built systems favor features like VCS, CI, and CD but lack malleability.
Examples of malleable systems include spreadsheets, WYSIWYG editors, browser devtools, and Sonic Pi.
Malleable version control examples include file shares and Bank Python, which reduce approval barriers.
A malleable system should combine hot-reloading, live previews, automatic durability, distributed VCS, instant testing, and easy continuous deployment.

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