> The initial posting was structured to very much ignite a flame war

If that is indeed true, you will notice from the replies to his message that he definitely did not succeed. However, I prefer to interpret it at face value. He does say "Frankly, I've turned here for a bit of comfort. If anyone likes completely initialising things rather than smacking one field at a time, surely I will find such people here.". To me it is just venting amongst friends.