From punch cards to prompts: a history of how software got better
The Stack Overflow Podcast
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Evolution of Programming Languages and Software Development
This chapter examines the rise of interpreted programming languages like Perl, Python, and Ruby and their transformative impact on software development, emphasizing rapid application development and the shift towards agile methodologies. It also highlights the evolution of software abstraction, the transition to cloud-based solutions, and the importance of supporting open source developers amidst growing complexity in managing applications.
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