the simplicity of a fractal

Previously, we've looked at code generation in both Rails and Thrift . But unlike Thrift, the code generated by Rails is meant to be changed. Any change is fine, so long as it's not too surprising ; the only limit is our judgement. Rails, then, doesn't fit the limb-metaphor . Our explanation will not always end with the model. Even so, the model remains a locus ; for many, it suffices. The only…