Programming as Theory Building
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Programming as Theory Building by Peter Naur posits that programming involves developing mental models of how programs function and interact, not just writing code. This "theory" in the programmer's mind is essential for maintaining and modifying software. Naur argues that new programmers must rebuild this theory when taking over projects, as code alone is insufficient. He advocates for programming education and practices to emphasize theory building alongside coding skills.
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