"Every language teaches you something, so learning a language is never wasted, especially if it's different in more than just syntactic trivia."
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Brian Kernighan, born on January 1, 1942, in Toronto, Canada, is a pioneering computer scientist renowned for his contributions to programming and software development. As a co-creator of the C programming language and influential author of "The C Programming Language," Kernighan has shaped the landscape of modern computing. His work at Bell Labs and the development of tools like AWK have left an indelible mark on technology and education. Today, Kernighan remains a respected voice in academia, inspiring generations of programmers and engineers with his insights and passion for learning.
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"Even though most people won't be directly involved with programming, everyone is affected by computers, so an educated person should have a good understanding of how computer hardware, software, and networks operate."
Brian Kernighan"Computers and computing are all around us. Some computing is highly visible, like your laptop. But this is only part of a computing iceberg. A lot more lies hidden below the surface. We don't see and usually don't think about the computers inside appliances, cars, airplanes, cameras, smartphones, GPS navigators and games."
Brian Kernighan
"It's important to be informed about issues like usability, reliability, security, privacy, and some of the inherent limitations of computers."
Brian Kernighan