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

Nobody should call themselves a professional if they only knew one language.

People who passionately want to believe that the world is basically simple react to this with a fury that goes beyond what I consider appropriate for discussing a programming language.

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

I like doing research that has an impact. If I went to a company to make what they call 'real money,' I'd be just trying to make a system work as fast as possible to meet the product and serice deadlines.

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

Anybody who comes to you and says he has a perfect language is either naive or a salesman.