[m4r]

Everyone that works in project A uses properly configured IDE, so when you take a look at code you'll actually see something like that: `getClient(liveMode: true)` instead of just `getClient(true)`.

Is there really a point in creating Enum or writing more complex internal logic if you use proper IDE?

Only benefit I can see is doing CR's via Github like system - but still, I do not believe in CR without actually pulling, viewing, and testing code on own computer.

[brianpgordon]

Even as a person who adores my properly-configured IDE with that feature, I vehemently support the idea of IDE-independence for even internal projects. Requiring developers to use a particular IDE evokes the dark days of Java projects based on Eclipse's build system. Developers are happy and productive with their pet tools, and discontented and resentful when forced to use tools they hate. The choice of editor/IDE is one of the most personal that a professional developer makes. Let's ship code that stands on its own (with an independent build system for heaven's sake) and not even implicitly force the use of particular IDEs.

[m4r]

I see your point, however, function parameter lookup is present in all IDEs I've tried/worked with (VSC, Atom, Jetbrains').

Is boolean flags antipattern? Well, this all depends on the workflow. I follow ideology of making thing work first, then making it perfect. If introducing flag saves me two hours that I can spent to deliver on time - hell - why not - knowing that everyone who works with me uses some modern text editor / IDE - they will know immediately what's the parameter is doing. Also, what I've observed is that most of the people do have a habit of `fn + click` into function they've never seen before - so they will learn about parameters one way or another.

Cheers