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Implicit in the nature of technology is change—technology is, almost by definition, “new”. But this newness that is a core attribute of technology implies a learning requirement. Actually, it shows up another fundamental assumption: that learning is something kids do, not adults.

Had something of a victory this week, and I’ve really got to give kudos to PostgreSQL for it. There’s something magical about taking a peice of technology, pushing it well beyond what you would rationally expect it to be able to handle, and having not just work, but work well. These sorts of experiences tend to make one a rapid fan of the technology in question. Well, postgres just did that for me.