• Question: Why do you consider yourself a Scientist?

    Asked by 07ljac to Phil on 18 Jun 2010 in Categories: . This question was also asked by walkerb.
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      Philip Wadler answered on 18 Jun 2010:

      Because I want to understand how the universe works. In particular, I’m most interested to understand the best way to design a programming language, which depends on things like what is the best way to structure complex ideas, and how the mind works. It doesn’t just involve science though—engineering and design are also important.

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