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There is people who make stuff with words. There is people who make stuff with programs. And I really believe that that whole creative culture, people didn't realize how creative programming is. And anybody who's done it of course knows that not only is it creative, but it's incredibly absorbing.
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Programming is a creative process that is often undervalued.
In this quote, Tim O'Reilly emphasizes the creative aspect of programming, comparing it to other forms of artistic expression. He highlights that many people do not recognize the depth of creativity involved in coding and how immersive the experience can be for those who engage in it.
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ProgrammingCreativityTechnologyAbsorptionCulture
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During a tech seminar, I quoted Tim O'Reilly to emphasize the importance of recognizing programming as a creative discipline.
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