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> Stuff like this is why I believe software engineering ought to start requiring a professional license.

Many murderers had a regular gun permit, and almost all drivers who killed someone in a car accident because of their negligence had a driving license. A professional license for software engineering would not help at all if not accompanied by a thorough psychological evaluation of the person who is being given access to sensitive personal data.




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