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Odin, Wikipedia and engagement farming
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Odin is a programming language that has been nominated for deletion on Wikipedia. The situation raises concerns about engagement farming and the impact of community-driven content management on lesser-known programming languages.
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- Praise: Odin is touted as the most pleasant language for game development, with an impressive array of built-in features that cater specifically to game dev needs, outshining many competitors.
- Praise: Some commenters argue that niche languages like Odin deserve to be recognized on platforms like Wikipedia, as they represent facts about the evolving programming landscape.
- Concern: Many programmers, even those well-versed in the field, have never heard of Odin, highlighting its obscurity and questioning its notability.
- Concern: Wikipedia's outdated notability standards and reliance on traditional sources create a barrier for newer languages, stifling their visibility and growth.