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by MadnessASAP 695 days ago
How quickly a mistake can be corrected is irrelevant. If the software causes a plane to crash it doesn't matter that the fix is quick and easy.

Similarly if the software causes a worldwide outage of critical infrastructure.

In many cases it is imperative that the software be correct from day 0. Just like a bridge.

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But we're talking about the profession as a whole, not just working on planes or critical infrastructure.