> Likewise, you are a programmer. If you are careless in resource usage in some parts of your life, it's likely that you will be careless in your coding.
> The analogy is apt,
No man, I'm sorry, that analogy is shit. The fact that I don't think twice about getting new / upgraded / better equipment means that I care about not having my ability inhibited by something as absurdly cheap compared to my salary as peripherals and a new macbook.
I think you really are looking at the Van Halen analogy backwards: If you, the employer, are reluctant to spend a few more bucks to ensure your investment in my time is as enjoyable as possible, then what other corners are you willing to cut?
> The analogy is apt,
No man, I'm sorry, that analogy is shit. The fact that I don't think twice about getting new / upgraded / better equipment means that I care about not having my ability inhibited by something as absurdly cheap compared to my salary as peripherals and a new macbook.
I think you really are looking at the Van Halen analogy backwards: If you, the employer, are reluctant to spend a few more bucks to ensure your investment in my time is as enjoyable as possible, then what other corners are you willing to cut?