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Hackers vs. Painters
2003-05-15 02:58:45.10773+02 by
Shawn
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Can't remember where I got it, but I thought this was an excellent essay comparing hackers and painters. It really struck a cord with me and finds me at a time in my life when I'm beginning to realize the possible/probable importance of viewing work prospects as a "day job".
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