I felt there was a need for us to build a new programming language. I also had come to see that Microsoft functions best when it controls its own destiny.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
A lot of people think, and Microsoft is happy to let them think, that all great things are invented by Microsoft. In fact, very, very little has been invented by Microsoft.
We're systems software people ourselves. We wanted a language to make our lives better.
Well Microsoft really does develop some really interesting technology.
When Paul Allen and I started Microsoft over 30 years ago, we had big dreams about software. We had dreams about the impact it could have.
The opportunity ahead for Microsoft is vast, but to seize it, we must focus clearly, move faster, and continue to transform.
At Microsoft, the magic of software is used to take on very interesting challenges.
The long and short of it is, we need more rigor in all kinds of programs.
I don't try to be a threat to MicroSoft, mainly because I don't really see MS as competition. Especially not Windows-the goals of Linux and Windows are simply so different.
I'm just an observer of Java, and where Microsoft wants to go with C# is too early to tell.
I'm worried about the future of computer operating systems, as they all seem to be sliding towards a more controlled experience, taking away much of what makes PC games so much fun.
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