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On Sat, 05 Feb 2005 14:49:02 GMT, Stephen wrote:

On Sun, 30 Jan 2005 23:52:03 +0000, KW wrote:


Okay enough on my ability to type and spell. I'm only a programmer not an
English major.


About the use of language: it is impossible to sharpen a pencil with a
blunt axe. It is equally vain to try to do it with ten blunt axes
instead.

Besides a mathematical inclination, an exceptionally good mastery of
one's native tongue is the most vital asset of a competent programmer.

This probably explains why instructions for installing and running
software are frequently inaccurate, misleading and leave out certain
vital steps. The criterion seems to be 'if it's close enough. it's good
enough'.
Ian.
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Shortcomings of computer programmers -

Lazy layabouts.

Lacking in logical thought.

A distinct weakness in use of the English language.

However, they are very good at outwitting their employers, who are even
worse, and obtaining money (wages, salaries, fees) under false pretences.

"Reg Edwards" wrote in message
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Shortcomings of computer programmers -

Lazy layabouts.

Lacking in logical thought.

A distinct weakness in use of the English language.

However, they are very good at outwitting their employers, who are even
worse, and obtaining money (wages, salaries, fees) under false pretences.


A taste for red wine?

Steve H

"Steve H" wrote -
Shortcomings of computer programmers -

Lazy layabouts.

Lacking in logical thought.

A distinct weakness in use of the English language.

However, they are very good at outwitting their employers, who are even
worse, and obtaining money (wages, salaries, fees) under false
pretences.


A taste for red wine?
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Steve, just a minor correction. I have a taste for the white stuff too.
But I'm not a computer programmer. Never been one. Just a recent hobby.
It seems I'm a retired engineer. But I didn't fully realise what sort of
animal, what classification I might fall into, until after I volunteered to
be put on the shelf.

I couldn't stand Maggie wasting my time and interfering with my everyday
work.

Hic!
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Radio Amateur Reg, G4FGQ