+ !Better code |
+ |
+ Consider two programs.%%% |
+ One was written by a clever programmer using all the tricks.%%% |
+ The program contains no comments, but it works.%%% |
+ The other program is well commented and nicely structured, but it doesn't work.%%% |
+ Which program is more useful? In the long run, the broken one.%%% |
+ It can be fixed.Although the clever program works now, sooner or later all programs have to be modified.%%% |
+ <b>The worst thing that you will ever have to do is to modify a cleverly written program. </b>%%% |
+ ...on "Practical C programming"%%% |
+ |
+ Old 'motd' says, "Don't be a only person to do the task, you won't be promoted" |
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+ Comprehensive code is the best code.%%% |
+ The code should be interpreted by machine. But firstly must be understanded by human for maintenance.%%% |
+ Clever and hard-to-read coding is a kind of self-admiration. |