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"A Philosophy of Software Design" by John Ousterhout

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Simplifying File I/O: Java vs. Unix

This chapter explores the intricacies of Java's file input and output methods, contrasting them with the straightforwardness of Unix commands. It advocates for simpler API designs that reduce cognitive load for users, while still offering advanced options for those who require more complexity.

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