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Level of abstraction ≠ Generation of languages.

The first 3 generation of languages were powered by higher levels of abstraction, which were possible because of better machines.

However, further increase in level of abstraction did not make developers an order of magnitude more productive, except for niche areas. Switching to a better development process (Scrum) can achieve order of magnitude improvement in developer performance, while switching of programming language cannot.

Anybody can claim that their product is a next gen revolutionary market shaking breakthrough. It's the self-promotion, not a science.



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