(Was: On 80 columns should (not) be enough for everyone)

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Tomek Sowiński Wrote:

> Andrej Mitrovic napisał:
> 
> > If you really want to set up a column limit that *everyone* has to abide to, then make a poll to see what everyone can agree on.
> 
> Actually that's a splendid idea. Let's take it easy. Regardless of that silly beef I'm really curious what distribution will emerge.
> 
> What is your preferred *maximum* length for a line of D code? (please reply with a number only)
> 
> -- 
> Tomek
> 

I think that putting an artificial limit is incredibly stupid. Haven't anyone here learned the "No magic numbers" rule?!?!

Walter correctly pointed out that it's harder to read long rows, however, unlike printed text and ancient terminals, current display technology is much more dynamic. 
Font size, zoom level, screen form-factor, window size, resolution, etc means that each person can configure his own individual optimal view. 

As the OP said, use word wrap and adjust your editor window width/font size/zoom level/etc to your liking. 
If your editor does not support this "new" feature, go get a new editor and don't bother other people with different preferences.
Stop forcing this moronic "one size fits all" attitude on everyone.