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THINK IN MATH. WRITE IN CODE

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Programmers often prioritize programming language features over their primary purpose: instructing machines rather than expressing ideas, which is better suited for flexible mediums like mathematics. Devs should “think in math,” which means using logical models and deductions to understand problems before coding to create better solutions.