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What was novel about Viaweb's software in 1995?
Why did the author and his co-founder choose to write Viaweb in Lisp?
According to the Blub paradox, why do programmers tend to stick with their current programming language?
True or False: Lisp's macros allow programs to manipulate code as data structures.
True or False: The author publicly advertised that Viaweb's software was written in Lisp during its early years.
True or False: Using the most powerful programming language available will generally lead to better application software.
Explain why programming languages are described as "habits of mind" in the context of the Blub paradox.
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What advantage did Viaweb gain by using Lisp when competitors were using languages like C++ or Perl?
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How does the author suggest startups should view the slow change in programming language preferences?
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What was a major competitive advantage of Viaweb's use of Lisp compared to other languages?
What factor does the author argue is crucial when deciding on technology for a startup?
True or False: The author believes that all programming languages have the same power and capabilities.
True or False: According to the article, the median programming language is typically the most powerful option.
What was one unexpected outcome of Viaweb's decision to use Lisp over other languages like C++ or Perl?
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Describe how Lisp's unique capabilities contributed to Viaweb's success.
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