> An unreliable programming language generating unreliable programs constitutes a far greater risk to our environment and to our society than unsafe cars, toxic

> An unreliable programming language generating unreliable programs constitutes a far greater risk to our environment and to our society than unsafe cars, toxic pesticides, or accidents at nuclear power stations. Be vigilant to reduce that risk, not to increase it. – C.A.R Hoare No. There is no programming language that prevents the programmer from writing bogus code. Blaming software instability on the programming language would be like blaming unsafe building designs on the architect's drafting tools. Yes, shitty drafting tools can make certain kinds of mistakes easier, but the task of having to design something with careful thought and good engineering principles does not ever go away, no matter what kind of compass and ruler you're using. Also, unsafe software IS dangerous, but putting it next to those actually life-threatening things actually undermines the message by the contrast.