More good code has been written in languages denounced as "bad'' than in languages proclaimed "wonderful'' - much more.
Bjarne StroustrupAnd no, I'm not a walking C++ dictionary. I do not keep every technical detail in my head at all times. If I did that, I would be a much poorer programmer. I do keep the main points straight in my head most of the time, and I do know where to find the details when I need them.
Bjarne StroustrupC++ is my favorite garbage collected language because it generates so little garbage
Bjarne StroustrupThere's an old story about the person who wished his computer were as easy to use as his telephone. That wish has come true, since I no longer know how to use my telephone.
Bjarne StroustrupThere is no one "root of all evil" in software development. Design is hard in many ways. People tend to underestimate the intellectual and practical difficulties involved in building a significant system involving software. It is not and will not be reduced to a simple mechanical "assembly line" process. Creativity, engineering principles, and evolutionary change are needed to create a satisfactory large system.
Bjarne Stroustrup