Dijkstra's Rallying Cry for Generalization · Oct 16, 2023
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Dated: 31 May 2022 -- 17 October 2023 In the professional activities of tightly structured disciplines, conformity is more highly valued than originality; or, rather, originality is tolerated only for as long as it reinforces the core values of a department. (S. Toulmin) Repetition renders the ridiculous reasonable. (N. J. Wildberger) Do only what only you can do. (E. W. Dijkstra) Every smart…
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