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Programming Quotes

A curated collection of programming-related quotes from notable figures in software engineering and computer science, covering topics such as code quality, debugging, and software design philosophy.

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This is a curated collection of memorable quotes about programming, software engineering, and computing. It includes sayings from prominent figures like Edsger Dijkstra, Linus Torvalds, Donald Knuth, and Alan Kay, covering topics such as debugging, code quality, design philosophy, and the social dynamics of open-source development. The list is maintained on GitHub as a community resource, frequently referenced by developers for inspiration or to illustrate common principles (e.g., "Premature optimization is the root of all evil"). No single argument or news story — it is a reference document.

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