Array Quote by Stan Kelly-Bootle
“Should array indices start at 0 or 1? My compromise of 0.5 was rejected without, I thought, proper consideration.”
About This Quote
The quote questions whether array indexing should begin at zero or one, noting a rejected compromise of 0.5 due to insufficient consideration.
In simple terms: Debating array start index and rejected compromise.
Key Takeaway
Consider indexing conventions carefully.
Themes
programming
design
conventions
Mood
analytical
curious
Type
technical
debate
When to use this quote
- software development
- teaching programming
- code review
- algorithm design
Key Concepts
zero-based indexing
one-based indexing
compromise
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the trade‑offs of each indexing scheme?
- How does language affect code readability?
A Different Perspective
Zero indexing may simplify calculations but can confuse newcomers; one indexing aligns with human counting.
