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Re: Does Entries.Log ever contain files, or just directories ?


From: Eric Siegerman
Subject: Re: Does Entries.Log ever contain files, or just directories ?
Date: Mon, 12 Feb 2001 18:34:21 -0500
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On Mon, Feb 12, 2001 at 02:33:08PM -0600, R Bresner wrote:
> So, is it safe to assume that the temporary Entries
> files [Entries.Log and such] operate only on the module level?

I rather doubt it!  Even if your observations are currently
valid, who can predict how CVS's internals will change in a year
or five?  Given that the manual gives detailed instructions for
interpreting Entries.Log, why second-guess them?

<lecture>
If something's not part of a documented interface, it should be
considered subject to change without notice; depending on it is a
recipe for grief.  Not just for CVS; this applies pretty much
across the board.  (Of course, sometimes you have no choice --
but be aware of the risk.)
</lecture>

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