Darcs as a Version Control System

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The discussion centers around the version control system Darcs and its limitations compared to other systems like Git. Users express nostalgia for Darcs but highlight significant challenges, particularly regarding patch reordering which complicates tasks like identifying problematic patches, especially in a continuous integration environment. Many users acknowledge that despite its elegance and unique features, Darcs struggles with issues such as binary file management and performance with complex patch histories, ultimately leading to its decline against competitors like Git. The conversation reflects a broader sentiment about how technological merit does not always guarantee market success.
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