Some people, when confronted with a problem, think "I know, I'll use regular expressions." Now they have two problems.Usenet post, comp.emacs.xemacs, 1997
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Jamie Zawinski, born on November 3, 1968, is a computer programmer and entrepreneur known for his contributions to the early development of the web browser Netscape Navigator and his involvement in the open-source software community. He is also recognized for his work on XScreenSaver and for co-founding the DNA Lounge, a nightclub and live music venue in San Francisco.
b. 1971
Some people, when confronted with a problem, think "I know, I'll use regular expressions." Now they have two problems.Usenet post, comp.emacs.xemacs, 1997
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