My methods might be outdated, but I always thought that holy water and a thorough burning of the remains SHOULD work every time... :wtf:

"For the belief in a single truth is the root cause for all evil in the world." - Max Born

great discussion topic. the general path is requirements=>use cases=>input/output=>general design of data/objects. then specific module design according to requirements. in other words, a big "ditto" on what everyone said, but put together. p.s. does that mean there are cartesian bears roaming around somewhere?

sincerely Guy Shefer, IL