If you want to program in C, program in C. It's a nice language. I use it occasionally... :-)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Wall says if you want to program in C, just do it; he finds it nice and uses it occasionally.
- In plain terms
- He recommends using C when that’s your choice, noting it’s a good language.
- What can you take from it?
- Choose the language that fits the task, even if it’s not your primary one.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When should you reach for C over a higher‑level language?
- What trade‑offs does C introduce?
Another view
C can be harder to maintain than higher‑level languages.
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