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Re:Which programming language...? by WildUtah on Thursday May 06, 2010 @07:23PM (#1326073)
To learn how a practical computer works: MMIX

To understand the mathematical theory of computation: Turing Machine Tape

To follow the subject from its roots: Babbage Analytic Engine Heap

To truly grasp algorithms: Psuedocode

And which of the two editors -- EMACS or vi -- should I use? Paper and pencil.

Re:Which programming language...? by amatriain on Thursday May 06, 2010 @07:26PM (#1326080)
Paper and pencil are great, until you realize you have to insert a couple of lines of code up there.
Re:Which programming language...? by jacquesm on Thursday May 06, 2010 @08:29PM (#1326264)
It's ideal, every change means an immediate refactoring.

Why put it off?

Re:Which programming language...? by jackfoxy on Thursday May 06, 2010 @11:47PM (#1326646)
LOL!