When (if at all) to use static methods [new thread split off from frameworks]

[kyberfabrikken]

A workaround or alternative in some cases might be to have an instantiated object hiding behind a static method. That would make it possible to keep the option of configuring behavior by replacing the object.

That gets rid of the static coupling, but then the instance is still global.

[dagfinn]

Off topic: I've just bought this book after reading a sample online, it seemed really well written and held my attention, how are you finding it dagfinn?

I belated reply: I love it. There's a lot I already know, but enough new stuff to keep me enthusiastic.