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by bjz_ 3693 days ago
> From a high-level-language standpoint, static typing is a crutch

I see types as a high-level design tool. They allow me to reason about a domain, and figure out how to structure things at a high level before delving into the implementation. Yes, performance is a great side-benefit, but it is not always the driving factor.