Never Learn C++

tip for young engineers: never learn c cpp. u want to go into advanced math, machine learning, neural networks, type theory, quantum computing, computer algebra, massive parallel systems. c cpp sets you into the path of bit diddling, tweaking microsecond speed and fixing bugs.

The meme presents sarcastic advice to young engineers: avoid C and C++, because instead of pursuing advanced mathematics, machine learning, and theoretical computer science, you will end up manipulating bits, optimizing microseconds, and fixing bugs. The joke is that C and C++ are powerful but notoriously low-level and time-consuming, pulling engineers into practical systems work. EN: The meme presents sarcastic advice to young engineers: avoid C and C++, because instead of pursuing advanced mathematics, machine learning, and theoretical computer science, you will end up manipulating bits, optimizing microseconds, and fixing bugs. The joke is that C and C++ are powerful but notoriously low-level and time-consuming, pulling engineers into practical systems work.

• @gentoomemes / 21942 2026-09-09