As a long-time Emacs user, I obviously disagree. Here are my points.
I’ve been using Emacs for over two decades now, and at this scale it really starts to be an investment (especially that I write and edit a lot).
Even if it were not net positive in terms of time, there are other, less tangible benefits. One is reducing friction. When I do something in an objectively less efficient way, but such that it gives me a feeling of efficiency, it reduces my general frustration and thus helps me keep focus and stay motivated.
Another one is even more important. Doing things in a way which may be less efficient but is more Emacs-wizard-like gives me a tremendous satisfaction. Like the previous point, it gives me joy and helps to motivate me.
Of course, these are not really measurable, but I’m convinced that working in a way which gives me more joy is beneficial even if the work takes a bit more time.
As a long-time Emacs user, I obviously disagree. Here are my points.
I’ve been using Emacs for over two decades now, and at this scale it really starts to be an investment (especially that I write and edit a lot).
Even if it were not net positive in terms of time, there are other, less tangible benefits. One is reducing friction. When I do something in an objectively less efficient way, but such that it gives me a feeling of efficiency, it reduces my general frustration and thus helps me keep focus and stay motivated.
Another one is even more important. Doing things in a way which may be less efficient but is more Emacs-wizard-like gives me a tremendous satisfaction. Like the previous point, it gives me joy and helps to motivate me.
Of course, these are not really measurable, but I’m convinced that working in a way which gives me more joy is beneficial even if the work takes a bit more time.