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why doesn't everyone use RAD tools?

RAD tools like Clarion and WinDev claim to be 10x to 20x times faster in development and users of these tools claim the same. If that is thru, why are there so few people using these tools? if an application is made in 40 hours instead of 400 you would make a lot more money, right?

Solution

  • Because

    1. They are great if you want something they have predicted but awful if not
    2. They sometimes hide too much technical info that is vital for good performance
    3. You cannot easily create fluid, dynamic interfaces or anything "outside the box"
    4. You cannot extend them easily
    5. You cannot buy/obtain third party components that may suit you
    6. They allow mediocre programmers to produce abominations
    7. Quality, Price, Time. Pick Two.