Dennis Ritchie

Computer Science American 1941 – 2011 387 quotes

Created C language and co-created Unix

Quotes by Dennis Ritchie

UNIX provided a fertile ground for experimentation and innovation.

Interview 1984

The C language is a compromise between the power of assembly language and the convenience of high-level languages.

The C Programming Language (first edition) 1978

The success of C is due in part to its simplicity and its ability to be used for a wide range of tasks.

The Development of the C Language 1993

UNIX was a system that grew organically, rather than being designed top-down.

Interview 1984

The C language is a tool for building systems, not just applications.

The C Programming Language (first edition) 1978

The development of C was an iterative process, with feedback from users playing an important role.

The Development of the C Language 1993

UNIX provided a powerful and flexible environment for software development.

Interview 1984

The C language is a language of choice for system programming.

The C Programming Language (first edition) 1978

The influence of C can be seen in many modern programming languages.

The Development of the C Language 1993

UNIX was a system that was designed by programmers, for programmers.

Interview 1984

The C language is a testament to the power of a small, well-designed language.

The C Programming Language (first edition) 1978

The portability of C was a key factor in its widespread adoption.

The Development of the C Language 1993

UNIX was a system that encouraged a modular approach to software design.

Interview 1984

The C language is a foundation upon which many other systems have been built.

The C Programming Language (first edition) 1978

The simplicity of C made it easy to learn and use.

The Development of the C Language 1993

UNIX was a system that was constantly evolving and improving.

Interview 1984

The C language is a powerful tool for those who understand its nuances.

The C Programming Language (first edition) 1978

The design of C was influenced by the needs of system programmers.

The Development of the C Language 1993

UNIX was a system that fostered a strong community of users and developers.

Interview 1984

The C language is a language that gives the programmer a lot of control.

The C Programming Language (first edition) 1978