The first law of computer science: Every problem is solved by yet another indirection.

Clearly, I reject the view that there is one way that is right for everyone and for every problem.

It is my firm belief that all successful languages are grown and not merely designed from first principles

The most fundamental problem in software development is complexity. There is only one basic way of dealing with complexity: divide and conquer

The first law of computer science: Every problem is solved by yet another indirection.

The most important single aspect of software development is to be clear about what you are trying to build.

To many managers, getting rid of the arrogant, undisciplined, over-paid, technology-obsessed, improperly-dressed etc. programmers would appear to be a significant added benefit