Proposal: generalize playlist concept

[Seb Ruiz]

2009/1/11 Pavel Shved <pavel.shved at gmail.com>:
> But what is the playlist: an array (random-access), a list, a stream or
> a set?  The playlist container switches its nature when different type
> of iteration is selected.

Pavel, it seems like you are trying to apply theoretical computer
science to computing in general. Let me tell you, this rarely works
for UI design. You cannot expect a user to understand the mathematical
or functional nature of an Array vs Set vs Deque vs Fibonacci Heap.

> I can't call it a problem, but i can definitely say that the lack of
> logic means that something can be improved.

It's not a problem - it's a conscious design decision. The playlist
needs to be simple to maximise efficiency and usability for the user.


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