python - Why does PEP-8 specify a maximum line length of 79 characters? -
why in millennium should python pep-8 specify maximum line length of 79 characters?
pretty every code editor under sun can handle longer lines. wrapping should choice of content consumer, not responsibility of content creator.
are there (legitimately) reasons adhering 79 characters in age?
much of value of pep-8 stop people arguing inconsequential formatting rules, , on writing good, consistently formatted code. sure, no 1 thinks 79 optimal, there's no obvious gain in changing 99 or 119 or whatever preferred line length is. think choices these: follow rule , find worthwhile cause battle for, or provide data demonstrates how readability , productivity vary line length. latter extremely interesting, , have chance of changing people's minds think.
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