“The purpose of software engineering is to control complexity, not to create it.”
― Programming Pearls
― Programming Pearls
“The battle for a fast system can be won or lost in specifying the problem it is to solve.”
― Programming Pearls
― Programming Pearls
“What is the bravest thing you've ever said? asked the boy.
'Help,' said the horse.
'Asking for help isn't giving up,' said the horse. 'It's refusing to give up.”
― The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
'Help,' said the horse.
'Asking for help isn't giving up,' said the horse. 'It's refusing to give up.”
― The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
“When you practice a soft skill, focus on making a high number of varied reps, and on getting clear feedback. Don’t worry too much about making errors—the important thing is to explore. Soft skills are often more fun to practice, but they’re also tougher because they demand that you coach yourself. After each session ask yourself, What worked? What didn’t? And why?”
― The Little Book of Talent: 52 Tips for Improving Your Skills
― The Little Book of Talent: 52 Tips for Improving Your Skills
“I can't see a way through," said the boy. "Can you see your next step?" "Yes." "Just take that," said the horse.”
― The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
― The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
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