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Bugs Quote by Tony Hoare

“The real value of tests is not that they detect…” quote by Tony Hoare — Download Open image

“The real value of tests is not that they detect bugs in the code but that they detect inadequacies in the methods, concentration, and skills of those who design and produce the code.”

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