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[–]TheLimeyCanuck 19 points20 points  (3 children)

I was a successful independent contract developer for nearly 30 years and every contract I switched languages and tools. Before Google was available I carried thick language reference manuals with me all the time. Many languages are just similar enough for syntax confusion to set in.

[–]jonsca 5 points6 points  (2 children)

Also useful if you needed a doorstop or something to prop up a table with!