Charles Petzold
1953
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Biography
Charles Petzold is an American programmer and technical author, best known for his work on computer programming and technology. He has written numerous books on programming languages, software development, and Microsoft Windows. Petzold is recognized for his contributions to the field of computer science and has been a prominent figure in the tech community for decades.
Famous Quotes (5)
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The good news about computers is that they do what you tell them to do. The bad news is that they do what you tell them to do.
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In a sense I am simulating the functioning of the brain. Nothing could be closer to artificial intelligence.
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The problem with programming, and the main reason people don't like it, is that it's like mathematics with less clarity.
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There is no element of human experience that cannot be handled by a computer.
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In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.