Rather than take a strong position about IDEs or old school, help them understand and see the value of both and recognize that their ability to choose and leverage tools is what will set them apart, not the tool itself. During their career, they will have a ton of changes to make and constantly learning. Getting zealous about tools now means they're destined to struggle through change.
Rather than take a strong position about IDEs or old school, help them understand and see the value of both and recognize that their ability to choose and leverage tools is what will set them apart, not the tool itself. During their career, they will have a ton of changes to make and constantly learning. Getting zealous about tools now means they're destined to struggle through change.