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Every measurement carries with it the weight of history and the promise of future advancements.
The machine is not a mere collection of parts; it is an organism.
You can’t just be an engineer; you have to be a good problem solver.
Our bodies are a miracle of engineering.
A pencil is a simple tool, yet it embodies complex ideas about art and engineering.
Engineering is not just a profession; it’s an art that requires passion.
The most important part of engineering is the human factor.
Every machine is a reflection of the people who build it.
Ethical guidelines will shape the future of genetic engineering.

From The Code Breaker by Walter Isaacson

The best code is no code at all.

From Clean Code by Robert C. Martin

The world is a complex tapestry of precision and error, woven together by the hands of engineers.
The second-system effect is the tendency to add too much to a second system.
In order to be a great engineer, you must understand the human condition.
Civilization is a delicate construct, supported by a vast array of technologies.
The purpose of software engineering is to control complexity, not to create it.

From Clean Code by Robert C. Martin

A single flaw can unravel the most intricate of designs, reminding us of the fragility of perfection.
To err is human, but to achieve perfection is the goal of every engineer.
The tools of the trade are as important as the minds that wield them.
Feature engineering is the process of using domain knowledge to create features that make machine learning algorithms work.
The machine does not isolate man from the great problems of nature but plunges him more deeply into them.
You should be as proud of the code you delete as the code you write.

From Clean Code by Robert C. Martin

Behind every great invention lies a story of meticulous planning and relentless pursuit of excellence.
The art of engineering lies in the balance of creativity and precision.
We were building a machine, not just a computer.
In the pursuit of accuracy, engineers have shaped the very foundation of our modern society.
The art of engineering is a delicate balance of science and creativity.
The circuit designer must always be aware of the limitations of the components used.
Documentation is a critical part of software development.
In engineering, the smallest detail can make the biggest difference.