Programming is communication, and only the novice would believe it’s just communication with the computer. Not so. Programming has to count what you teach to the biggest computer of them all. All code must be debugged. All code must be maintained. Few programs die with their creator. To be a better programmer, it is imperative to be a better communicator with other humans.
From http://www.yacoset.com/Home/how-to-become-a-better-programmer
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