Re: Theory IS Practical.

From: Paul <paul_at_test.com>
Date: Sat, 09 Oct 2004 16:55:39 +0100
Message-ID: <416809fb$0$59453$ed2619ec@ptn-nntp-reader03.plus.net>

Kenneth Downs wrote:
> I am glad you brought this up. I have been meaning to ask the question
> "what is the relationship between theory and practice in computer science?"

Theory means short-term hassle for long-term gain. Practice means short-term gain for long-term hassle.

Paul. Received on Sat Oct 09 2004 - 10:55:39 CDT

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