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What makes a programming language successful?

What makes a programming language successful?

So, a burning question amongst computer geeks and nerds (besides which is better, “vi” or “emacs), is “Why is C still so hot, when (fill in the blank) is so much better?” Here’s one answer, from Wired magazine:

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Author Captain NerdPosted on June 19, 2012June 29, 2012Categories cool things!, funny things!, tech things!Tags beards, computer geeks, computer languages, computers, popularityLeave a comment on What makes a programming language successful?
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