Larry Wall Quotes
Perl was designed to work more like a natural language. It's a little more complicated but there are more shortcuts, and once you learned the language, it's more expressive.
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At the beginning of all experimental work stands the choice of the appropriate technique of investigation.
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The cutting room is where you discover the optimal length of the movie.
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If it helped you get your music off the ground, I'm glad you done it.
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It's good to keep in mind that prominence is always a mix of hard work, eloquence in your practice, good timing and fortuitous social relations. Everything can't be personalized.
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Everyone has something to sell. The greatest thing you can ever sell is an idea or talent.
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When you are dining with a demon, you got to have a long spoon.
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I think I'd say that my whole body of work is a reflection of who I am, but not any one specific thing.
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When you're making movies you've got to get obsessive.
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I can't remember 16 bars. Unless you write it, you can't. I just do it bar for bar.
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I would love to work with Raju Hirani. I never thought I would have a wish-list of directors as such, but after seeing the consistency of his storylines and the human touch he gets in his film, I would love to work with him.
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I like to work all the time and really immerse myself in the project.
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Work with some men is as besetting a sin as idleness.
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You know, children philosophize more than adults - and they are critical of adults.
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The family teaches us about the importance of knowledge, education, hard work and effort. It teaches us about enjoying ourselves, having fun, keeping fit and healthy.
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Liberalism is assisting quality of life, whatever you may choose.
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Be prepared, work hard, and hope for a little luck. Recognize that the harder you work and the better prepared you are, the more luck you might have.
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Whenever you're scared of something, don't let that define you. We all feel it, but step up.
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Love, and do what you like.
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Minimize inappropriate encouragement.
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There is little difference in people, but that little difference makes a big difference. The little difference is attitude. The big difference is whether it is positive or negative.
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There are many wonderful orchestras in the world, but very few who have a character or personality of their own. The Chicago Symphony Orchestra is one of them, and I think it very important to recognize and respect that character.
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When I look up and see a star, I know my mom is there. She's with me all the time. It's a powerful connection.
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Perl was designed to work more like a natural language. It's a little more complicated but there are more shortcuts, and once you learned the language, it's more expressive.
