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Article #102Re: preprocessing subterfuge
From: Erik Naggum
Date: Sun, 09 Aug 1992 19:44
Date: Sun, 09 Aug 1992 19:44
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Steve Clamage <steve@taumet.com> writes:
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| 5. In our first effort at making a Standard compiler, we rejected all
| non-conforming code. We quickly found out no one would buy such a
| compiler. We had to allow, at least under some circumstances, even code
| which was explictly illegal because our customers demanded compatibility.
Sigh. Where can I get a compiler which rejects non-conforming code?
Call it an educational tool more than a production tool, if you like.
Best regards,
</Erik>
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