There are two ways to write error-free programs; only the third one works.
If your computer speaks English, it was probably made in Japan.
Optimization hinders evolution.
The best book on programming for the layman is Alice in Wonderland, but that's because it's the best book on anything for the layman.
Some programming languages manage to absorb change, but withstand progress.
If a listener nods his head when you're explaining your program, wake him up.