Quote by Larry Wall

Doing linear scans over an associative array is like trying to club someone to death with a loaded Uzi.

Doing linear scans over an associative array is like trying

Summary

This quote is a humorous analogy that emphasizes the inefficiency and inappropriate use of a powerful tool. It suggests that using linear scans (step-by-step searches) over an associative array (a data structure with key-value pairs) is as futile as trying to cause harm with an unnecessarily powerful weapon, like a loaded Uzi submachine gun. It highlights the ineffectiveness and lack of suitability in using a complex approach for a simple task.

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By Larry Wall

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