Controlling complexity is the essence of computer programming.

Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex, and more violent. It takes a touch of genius -- and a lot of courage -- to move in the opposite direction.

Controlling complexity is the essence of computer programming.

Hofstadter's Law: It always takes longer than you expect, even when you take into account Hofstadter's law.

Hofstadter's Law: It always takes longer than you expect, even when you take into account Hofstadter's law.