I'm sure the sudden resurgence of C (don't call it a comeback, it was here all along) is because of the sudden Internet of Things craze. I work in embedded systems and there is a lot of interest in "smart" devices right now. All those micro controllers going into those "smart" devices are going to use C, and that's often your only option. So, it's no surprise to me that C is back on top.
I also like to point out that my favorite programming language is (quite often) the one your favorite language is written in;)
I've been wondering for years why we couldn't send a dirigible probe to Venus, but apparently the Russians have already done that! I think this is much more realistic than a manned mission to mars and I hope the idea gains traction.
Nixon's racist Southern Strategy and Reagan's courting of religious extremists have driven out anyone who believes in individual rights and has an IQ over room temperature.
This is particularly insulting to any Republicans that use the metric system. Fortunately not many of them are scientists.
We might get another gain if we eradicate toxoplasmosis, a parasite spread by cats. It is believed by some to depress intelligence and novelty seeking behavior in humans.
I'd rather see a law that said the highest-remunerated employee in the company could not be given more than 10x that of the lowest-remunerated employee in the company. That way the people who deserve the windfall of a successful and profitable business are the ones receiving it.
This sounds good in theory, but I think it has the potential for unintended consequences, such as companies exchanging all low-paygrade employees for external contractors.
I'm always wildly amused by the type of hyperbole that is coming from some people in the US public. To some extent, it shows exactly how little they know about the world, and even about their own government.
I imagine Steve Ballmer needs a new chair at the moment. So that's a plus for the local office furniture outlet he buys from.. expect them to declare a good quarter, too.
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I'm sure the sudden resurgence of C (don't call it a comeback, it was here all along) is because of the sudden Internet of Things craze. I work in embedded systems and there is a lot of interest in "smart" devices right now. All those micro controllers going into those "smart" devices are going to use C, and that's often your only option. So, it's no surprise to me that C is back on top.
I also like to point out that my favorite programming language is (quite often) the one your favorite language is written in ;)
I've been wondering for years why we couldn't send a dirigible probe to Venus, but apparently the Russians have already done that! I think this is much more realistic than a manned mission to mars and I hope the idea gains traction.
Oh! Is she the one that played "Six"?
Who cares about Belgium anyhow?
Anyone who likes chocolate or strange castles. I guess.
Or incredibly strong beer.
As someone who has taken a biology class at Georgia Tech, I can assure you they do teach about evolution.
Nixon's racist Southern Strategy and Reagan's courting of religious extremists have driven out anyone who believes in individual rights and has an IQ over room temperature.
This is particularly insulting to any Republicans that use the metric system. Fortunately not many of them are scientists.
try driving for more than 30 minutes with two smallish kids in the car
Strange. My parents did this all the time in the 80's when NO cars had IVI.
We might get another gain if we eradicate toxoplasmosis, a parasite spread by cats. It is believed by some to depress intelligence and novelty seeking behavior in humans.
Well that would certainly explain this.
"I hate spending $14 to watch Nicolas Cage solve things." -Leela
I'd rather see a law that said the highest-remunerated employee in the company could not be given more than 10x that of the lowest-remunerated employee in the company. That way the people who deserve the windfall of a successful and profitable business are the ones receiving it.
This sounds good in theory, but I think it has the potential for unintended consequences, such as companies exchanging all low-paygrade employees for external contractors.
And they are already slowing my Internet.
I'm glad someone made the Stross reference, so I don't have to.
One day the vote will become a complete charade...
One day?
I thought they did that ten years ago.
"Worlds most F'd up interviews" would make an entertaining /. discussion.
The Daily WTF has a nice collection of interview stories.
Actually, IBM already has.
http://slashdot.org/story/11/01/02/1534223/ibm-files-the-patent-troll-patent
My liquor cabinet requires some replenishment of Tennessee Whiskey.
Pray I don't alter it further.
Shouldn't the burden of proof be on you to use the Scientific Method to support your theory that the accounts of the Bible are true?
My 3rd grade teacher was aware of the fourth state of matter. She knew it was called "plasma", and she explained that it existed in our blood.
... but rocket science is not so new and awesome any more you know?
Maybe not so new. Still awesome though.
I'm always wildly amused by the type of hyperbole that is coming from some people in the US public. To some extent, it shows exactly how little they know about the world, and even about their own government.
First World Problem.
Other banned books from the past:
Fahrenheit 451
Wait! Really!? Are you sure this wasn't some clever demonstration of Irony?
I imagine Steve Ballmer needs a new chair at the moment. So that's a plus for the local office furniture outlet he buys from .. expect them to declare a good quarter, too.
Ah, the Good ol' Broken Chair Fallacy.
That's Ludicrous!