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And it was a deep lesson that now feels too obvious: terms are simply created for understanding. That is what matters at the end of the day. This isn’t just about programming; sadly, we often go through fierce battles over a concept or a problem while not realizing that each of us has a different definition for it.
Ironically this paragraph proves the point that precise professional terminology matters, and that we should care more about it.
This is just some undergrad who thinks they’re wise.
terms are created for communication, not just understanding…
Nomenclature comes from the Latin meaning ignorance through learning.
Nomenclature comes from the Latin for “calling names” - nomen (name) + calare (to call).


