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“Does a good farmer neglect a crop he has planted? Does a good teacher overlook even the most humble student? Does a good father allow a single child to starve? Does a good programmer refuse to maintain his code?” quote by The Tao of Programming
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““Does a good farmer neglect a crop he has planted? Does a good teacher overlook even the most humble student? Does a good father allow a single child to starve? Does a good programmer refuse to maintain his code?””

The Tao of Programming

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Neglecting any responsibility—whether in farming, teaching, parenting, or coding—breaches ethical duty.

In simple terms: Neglect leads to harm.

Key Takeaway

Honor all duties, big or small.

Themes

responsibility ethics care maintenance stewardship

Mood

ethical thoughtful serious

Type

Farmer:1 Good father:1 Good teacher:1 Programming:1 Good Programmer:1 Good Farmer:1 Farmer Neglect:0

When to use this quote

  • software development
  • agriculture
  • education
  • parenting

Key Concepts

moral philosophy professional duty caretaking

Questions to Reflect On

  • What responsibilities do you overlook?
  • How can you improve consistency?
A Different Perspective

Neglect may be unintentional, not always malicious.

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