Famous quote by Edsger Dijkstra

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The competent programmer is fully aware of the limited size of his own skull. He therefore approaches his task with full
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"The competent programmer is fully aware of the limited size of his own skull. He therefore approaches his task with full humility, and avoids clever tricks like the plague"

- Edsger Dijkstra

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This quote by Edsger Dijkstra speaks to the value of humbleness in programming. A qualified designer is aware of the constraints of their own understanding and also skills, and approaches their tasks with a feeling of humbleness. They comprehend that they might not have all the answers and that they might require to request for aid or guidance from others. They also comprehend that they must not rely upon brilliant methods to fix troubles, as these can usually lead to a lot more intricate and challenging issues. Rather, they concentrate on understanding the issue and also finding the most efficient as well as reliable option. By coming close to programs with humbleness, an experienced programmer can ensure that they are able to fix issues in one of the most efficient and efficient method.

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Netherland Flag This quote is written / told by Edsger Dijkstra between May 11, 1930 and August 6, 2002. He was a famous Scientist from Netherland. The author also have 25 other quotes.

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