> I mean, this whole discussion started because nobody wants to give MAME a decent > frontend, user friendly and intuitive. Instead, several small groups or individuals > wants to be bigger than MAME itself and write their names on their personal projects. > This is one thing I really don't get. > I created Emu Loader for my personal use... for my needs. I never looked for > recognition or fame. > But since other people started to use it, I had to make changes and sacrifice my > ideas. > Otherwise, Emu Loader would be so much different than what it is today. > > My frontend is a decent piece of code. It has its bugs but all in all, it works where > it counts. > I programmed it to make it as painless and possible. > > It's a four steps setup: > 1. select a MAME executable > 2. optional: change the basic settings if necessary (ROMs path, snap path) > 3. wait for the games list to be created and ROMs validated > 4. select games and play... > > It doesn't get any easier than this!
still, I'm sure, despite this you would agree that your choice of language is holding you back a bit.
you're having to rely on old components, programmed by other people, which often can't be updated.
as a result keeping the software running on modern tech, with new operating systems can be a challenge.
I'm not saying your work isn't appreciated btw, just wondering if you've also encountered similar issues, your various posts indicate you have.