(For what it's worth, I strongly disagree with the implication that programming shouldn't be taught.) I fear this is preaching to the converted. The people wh

(For what it's worth, I strongly disagree with the implication that programming shouldn't be taught.) I fear this is preaching to the converted. The people who shouldn't code don't realise they shouldn't code and so won't think this applies. >Gain enough technical ability to talk to programmers and get their respect. I really dislike this, it implies that programmers are some kind of special breed that deserve - nay demand - people's respect. Why can't we all just try to play nicely instead?