An essay on “Why Software Breaks” that touches on the complexities of software and the computer systems on which they are built – a complexity that is inherent to their flexibility, and therefore can never really be reduced or removed.
Tag: programming
Communication and Programming
Programming is all about communicating – communicating with the computer, and with other people. So it follows that to be a good programmer, you need to be a good communicator, too.
To Delete, or Not to Delete
To delete or not to delete? That is the (programming) question I’m trying to answer.
The Desktop App is still King
Although all the “cool kids” these days seem to be writing web apps, and the word “cloud” has taken on a new meaning that is sure to confuse meteorologists and normal people alike, I still think that desktop apps are very important. Maybe even important enough to deserve a little more attention than they’ve been getting lately (living, as they do, in the shadow of the buzzword friendly “web app”).
10 Tips for New Programmers
It occurred to me the other day that I’ve been doing this stuff (programming) for more than a few years now – most of them in a very much “professional” manner. So I guess that makes me qualified to come up with lists like this! Learn the machine. Build yourself a computer. Understand how the… Continue reading 10 Tips for New Programmers