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开源日报第1107期：JavaScript 自动化工具：《AutoX》
2024年2月16日，开源日报第1107期：
今日推荐开源项目：《AutoX》
今日推荐英文原文：《End-to-end testing in software testing》

开源项目

今日推荐开源项目：《AutoX》传送门：项目链接

推荐理由：安卓平台上的JavaScript自动化工具,一个支持无障碍服务的Android平台上的JavaScript 运行环境和开发环境，其发展目标是类似JsBox和Workflow

英文原文

今日推荐英文原文：End-to-end testing in software testing

推荐理由：文章从制表符在代码缩进方面阐述，包括自定义、协作、增强可访问性、减少文件大小和保持一致性等方面，虽然这是开发中不起眼的小细节，但对于大型项目或者多人项目开发来说统一的标准更有利于代码审查和维护

The Tab Advantage

Why Tabs Are Better for Indenting Code?

Using tabs or spaces for code indentation can lead to passionate debates among developers. While both methods serve the fundamental purpose of structuring code, there are compelling arguments as to why tabs emerge as the better choice for developers. Let's take a look at why tabs offer distinct advantages over spaces when it comes to code indentation.

User Preferences:

Customization

One tab character corresponds to one level of indentation. You can change tab size in your own editor without breaking indentation.

Collaboration

Each teammate, contributor, guest reader can view the code as they want.

Enhanced Accessibility:

Different needs

Keep in mind that visually impaired people have different needs and only the tabs allow them to set their preferences.

Refreshable braille displays

Each space wastes one braille cell and takes away valuable braille realestate. This means that 4 spaces for 1 indentation is 4 times more painful than 1 tab for a blind programmer.
Further reading: Addendum: tabs for refreshable braille displays

Reduced File Size:

Storage space savings

Since tabs are represented by a single character, they take up less space than the multiple characters required for spaces. In large codebases, this reduction in file size can result in significant savings in storage space and faster file transfer times.

Better for the planet 🌱

Additionally, smaller files help reduce CO2 emissions by decreasing power consumption during data transmission, storage and device operation. By adopting tabs, you can play a crucial role in minimizing the environmental impact of digital technologies.

Consistency:

Tabs ensure consistent indentation levels across different text editors, Integrated Development Environments (IDEs), and programming languages. They maintain uniformity in code formatting regardless of the user's environment or editor settings.

Conlusion:

Using tabs for indentation instead of spaces can enhance user-friendliness by providing customization options, ensuring consistency across environments, reducing cognitive load, and promoting accessibility in code development.

I'm in Team Tabs for all these reasons.

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