Comments on TorrentFries: The Tracker Demystified – Part 2: Structure

Sorry, my comment didn't quite come across as I in...

2008-10-22T02:28:00.000-07:00

Sorry, my comment didn't quite come across as I intended it.

I understand that it's a simple, proof-of-concept and I applaud you for stepping up and encouraging people to learn and experiment with this sort of stuff.

That said, I believe security is fundamental to all software, particularly web design. It is my opinion that even a proof of concept should demonstrate good coding and security practices. This means input validation, some form of logical structure and some simple abstractions.

Whilst the seasoned coder understands the need for these things and is able to infer them from your proof-of-concept, those who are new to coding may not. Furthermore, it is going to be the Novice programmers who take the most away from your discussion here - and being the impressionable folk that they are, will benefit heavily from you demonstrating good practices from the word go.

-Nick

@nick,Pastebin your script if you think it's bette...

2008-10-21T15:27:00.000-07:00

@nick,
Pastebin your script if you think it's better. Just saying that it's this or that doesn't help anyone.

That's the point. Like I said, the next article is...

2008-10-21T11:18:00.000-07:00

That's the point. Like I said, the next article is when I go through validation and so forth, turning a working proof-of-concept into a secure and stable announce. It was just too much to cover today.

Talk about the seasoned coders cringing. That shit...

2008-10-21T06:13:00.000-07:00

Talk about the seasoned coders cringing. That shit is riddled with SQL injection vulnerabilities (not to mention the general lack of structure or good design).

I really enjoy these sorts of things. I wish more ...

2008-10-21T02:10:00.000-07:00

I really enjoy these sorts of things. I wish more websites did these sorts of tutorials/explanations.

Keep the awesome work coming guys. It's a great read.