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300 column lines apart, the less code, the clearer the ptogram.
CAR Hoare
'There are two ways of constructing a software design: One way is to make it so simple that there are obviously no deficiencies, and the other way is to make it so complicated that there are no obvious deficiencies. The first method is far more difficult. '
Its one reason why Ansi C is successful - simple lannguage, simple libraries.
My issue with complex languages and complex libraries is not whether i can use them - I can! Trust me!!
Its whether the 3rd party delivering and maintaining them doesnt fuckup on some version down the line.
The success of any long running software products depends on hiw easy the product is to test and update.
Biting the hand that feeds IT
