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Re:Why I Use C When I Believe in Memory Safety by thesuperbigfrog on Sunday February 05, 2023 @04:49PM (#34669864)
>> Controversial opinion, somewhat philosophical: I use C because I still believe in freedom, and I think you should too.

>> "Freedom is not worth having if it does not include the freedom to make mistakes."

>> "The road to hell is paved with good intentions."

Having a smarter compiler that prevents errors does not reduce individual thought or hinder creativity.

It incorporates best practices and discipline that should be followed anyway into the creative process to prevent errors at the source.

"Freedom isn't free."

"The price of freedom is eternal vigilance."

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