yet I cannot see why XML is so popular I will take a stab at XMLs popularity as well.
1. Looks like HTML
2. Came to the scene with a huge hype
3. It's more complex(more headache is what I meant) than YML or JSON, hence has the feel that it is more capable. Ironically, it is to simplify your life and your work.
4. It can be used as a properties file, data transfer file, SOAP calls, etc... Multiple uses of it.
5. Finally ton of complimenting technology and applications built around it.
Like most of you, I do not think the future of XML envisioned is accurate as JSON and YML are far more superior in the arena that the article specifies.
I think your only chance might be if you can prove that you wrote it on your time and with your resources (not the company equipment), but then again that might depend all on your clause. Secondarily, read and re-read your contract with them, seek legal advice to see if there might any way to get out of it. Finally, if all fails, learn your lesson! Good luck!
Being 25 and 2 years in IT as a Sys Integration Analyst, I can relate to this concern. This just shows that our generation values themselves and has high expectations and self esteem. We demand satisfaction, fulfillment and pursuit of happiness. Since when is that a problem? I think our behavior has brought about many positive changes for the entire workforce such as flexible schedules, more holidays, working from home, etc...
Personally, I can tell you that my main complaint being a young employee is not having enough responsibility. By responsibility I don't mean work load. Knowledge of the big picture, trust and responsibility often lack from a young employee's daily routine. What this leaves us with eventually is a boring repetitive day where we feel just like a number. Looking around the older folks at work, I can tell that their generation felt(feels) the same way but just never did anything about it. Unfortunately for those generations, the ball was at the employers' court.
We might lack experience in terms of years on paper, but we have passion, thirst, energy, enthusiasm. If only they knew how to put this to use. As much as I appreciate seniority, I think meritocracy has to play some role in the business.
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The terrible thing is that everything these days is just a reaction to media, hype and propaganda, including most of our comments!
I think your only chance might be if you can prove that you wrote it on your time and with your resources (not the company equipment), but then again that might depend all on your clause. Secondarily, read and re-read your contract with them, seek legal advice to see if there might any way to get out of it. Finally, if all fails, learn your lesson! Good luck!
That's awesome man! I just learned "Da Da" two weeks ago and I am 20 something. I guess the time was just right.
Being 25 and 2 years in IT as a Sys Integration Analyst, I can relate to this concern. This just shows that our generation values themselves and has high expectations and self esteem. We demand satisfaction, fulfillment and pursuit of happiness. Since when is that a problem? I think our behavior has brought about many positive changes for the entire workforce such as flexible schedules, more holidays, working from home, etc... Personally, I can tell you that my main complaint being a young employee is not having enough responsibility. By responsibility I don't mean work load. Knowledge of the big picture, trust and responsibility often lack from a young employee's daily routine. What this leaves us with eventually is a boring repetitive day where we feel just like a number. Looking around the older folks at work, I can tell that their generation felt(feels) the same way but just never did anything about it. Unfortunately for those generations, the ball was at the employers' court. We might lack experience in terms of years on paper, but we have passion, thirst, energy, enthusiasm. If only they knew how to put this to use. As much as I appreciate seniority, I think meritocracy has to play some role in the business.