Life and work is not meant to be spent in isolation
The article emphasizes the unique opportunities available to programmers today. It highlights the presence of legendary figures in computer science who are still actively contributing to the field. The author encourages readers to reach out to these individuals for inspiration and guidance.
- ▪Many influential programmers are still alive and actively programming.
- ▪The author lists notable figures such as Linus Torvalds and John Carmack.
- ▪Readers are encouraged to connect with these legends to potentially change their lives.
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