The Eric Normand Podcast What is the Curse of Lisp?
Sep 23, 2019
Discover the curious case of Lisp, a powerful programming language that struggles with popularity. Dive into the tensions between individualism and collaboration in the tech community. Uncover the economic reasons why businesses gravitate toward less potent options. This discussion sheds light on the complexities that both programmers and organizations face when choosing their tools.
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The Power Paradox
- Lisp's lack of popularity isn't about the parentheses.
- Its power is the paradox.
Lisp vs. COBOL
- Two Lisp programmers could achieve more than a 100-person COBOL team.
- This productivity disparity raised questions about Lisp's adoption.
The Curse of Individualism
- Lisp's power fosters individualism among programmers.
- This reduces collaboration and the need for large teams.