Computers Quote by Eric S. Raymond
“Programmer time is expensive; conserve it in preference to machine time”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Cathedral and the Bazaar, 1999
Human labor is costlier than computer cycles; prioritize saving programmers' time.
In simple terms: Programmer time is valuable.
Key Takeaway
Optimize code for developer efficiency.
Themes
software development
resource allocation
productivity
Mood
practical
analytical
Type
technical
advisory
When to use this quote
- project planning
- debugging sessions
- code reviews
Key Concepts
time management
automation
Questions to Reflect On
- When do you automate versus manual work?
- How can you measure programmer time saved?
A Different Perspective
Automation may not always reduce human effort and can add complexity.
