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Brian Kernighan Reflects on "The Practice of Programming"

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Exploring Embedded Computing, Go Language Design, and Bell Labs Experience

This chapter discusses embedded computing and various design patterns in programming languages such as C, Rust, Zig, and Go, while also touching on the design process of the Go programming language and its creators' experiences. The speaker reflects on their time at Bell Labs, emphasizing the supportive environment, skilled colleagues, and forward-thinking culture that contributed to a creative and stress-free work atmosphere.

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