Episode 09: Mandelbrot's dream of efficient language

Summary:

We try on on Mandelbrot's optimization argument for efficient language. It's Highlander time: Simon versus Mandelbrot. Mandelbrot has a very reasonable idea: Communication should be efficient. But there are complaints. Not everyone is happy. Who wins? Spoiler: Simon.

Extra:

"Missed it by that much."

Date:

2020/09/25

Duration:

37:02

2020/09/25

37:02

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"Missed it by that much."


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