Quote by Bill Gates

The best way to prepare is to write programs, and to study great programs that other people have written. In my case, I went to the garbage cans at the Computer Science Center and fished out listings of their operating system.

The best way to prepare is to write programs, and to study g

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of practical experience and learning from others in the field of programming. The speaker suggests that instead of solely relying on theoretical knowledge, one should actively engage in writing programs and analyzing successful programs developed by others as a way to enhance their understanding. The mention of scavenging the garbage cans for operating system listings humorously illustrates the speaker's enthusiasm and dedication towards gaining hands-on knowledge and improving their programming skills.

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By Bill Gates

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