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I think it is inevitable that people program poorly. Training will not substantially help matters. We have to learn to live with it.
Alan Perlis
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About Alan Perlis

Alan Perlis was a Scientist from United States (1922–1990).

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Alan Perlis lived from 1922 – 1990.