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Science Quotes by Donald E. Knuth (1)

The process of preparing programs for a digital computer is especially attractive, not only because it can economically and scientifically rewarding, but also because it can be an aesthetic experience much like composing poetry or music.
— Donald E. Knuth
The Art of Computer Programming (1968), Vol. 1, v.
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