Humor Quote by Gerald M. Weinberg
““What you don't know may not hurt you, but what you don't remember always does.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Psychology of Computer Programming, Gerald M. Weinberg, 1979
Ignorance can be harmless, but forgetting past lessons causes repeated mistakes.
In simple terms: Forgetting hurts more than not knowing.
Remember and learn from past errors.
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When to use this quote
- software development
- personal finance
- health habits
- legal compliance
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What lessons have you forgotten that still affect you?
- How can you preserve important memories?
People may argue that some forgotten knowledge is irrelevant.