Paul Hutchinson wrote:
> I agree with your sentiment and would like to make it clear that I do
> not think C is a language suitable for the casual observer/programmer
> on any level, period.

Exactly.  And with a better design it could be this without compromising the
good things you mentioned.

> To me a C programmer who does not fully understand the rules of
> standard C is equivalent to an analog circuit designer who does not
> fully understand Ohms Law and Kirchhoff's circuit laws. Both types
> would either be educated or fired if they where in my workplace.

That analogy is very weak.  The C spec has lots of little details.  I bet
many programmers that use C frequently would get a few of them wrong if you
gave them a test.


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