ActionScript 2.0 :: Why Is Random() Deprecated
Aug 16, 2005
I always simply use random() for calculating random numbers, since I read one of 's best. And I like it a lot. Only to generate a float of random numbers I use Math.floor(Math.random()*(max-min+1)) + min
So, this time I had to use both in one script, and I had it checked by a friend who is a way better developer as I am (as far as I'm a developer ).He advised me to leave the random() behind.I replied that there is no reason to, since it sometimes really is a hassle to use "Math.floor(Math.random()*(max-min+1)) + min" when u simply want a random number. "And it's way faster!", I added.
"I know, I know", he said, "but it's deprecated". Why is it deprecated??? It has 2 advantages: it's shorter and it calculates faster. So I don't understand why people at MM put it at the deprecated elements.I will keep using random() for sure... cuz imo both random() and that other code have their advantages.
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