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On Programming Languages as Languages (2014)

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On Programming Languages as Languages | Programming Zen
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When you look up the word “Language” in the dictionary, you’ll find a few variations of similar definitions. My trusty Google Dictionary extension in Chrome, offers up a first definition that is rather obvious, but nevertheless: The method of human communication, either spoken or written, consisting of the use of words in a structured and conventional way. The second definition is more interesting because it allows me to make a point about programming languages. It goes like this: The system of communication used by a particular community or country. Look at that. Isn’t that beautiful? Let’s cut the country stuff,

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