RE: [xml-dev] elements or attributes

["DuCharme, Bob (LNG-CHO)" <bob.ducharme@lexisnexis.com>]

>It is far better to say, "Here is the general concept and some good practices, but there

>are exceptions" than to say "There is no answer." (note I said "good" practices to avoid the

>debate about "best" practice :-) ).

 

Another helpful (if somewhat rude) answer would be RTFF: http://www.ucc.ie/xml/#attriborelem (it describes the general issues, points to Robin Cover, and quotes Mike Kay).

 

I sent the following privately to Howard because I didn't want to have an xml-dev haiku thread on my hands, but as long as I'm mentioning the FAQ, here's my 5-7-5 haiku:

 

  All beginners ask.
  Some knowledge means more passion.

  Experts roll their eyes.

 

Bob