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Old 04-18-2009, 10:29 PM  
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Originally Posted by ArcherJanvier View Post
This is probably the best answer that you will ever find to your question.

The best swimmers learned because they really loved being in the water first.

Excelling at something is not simply a matter of taking a class. It is a true love of and a sincere interest in exploring what you are doing.

The best programmers are self taught because they love and are fascinated by what they can do.

Best regards,

Archer
I disagree. The best programmers are those who love and are fascinated by it and went for formal education in computer science/engineering. Learning things by yourself is quite alright but you're missing out on a lot of theory that comes in handy very rarely but when it does, sets you apart from others.
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