I learned patience from the machine—it never rushed, and nei... - Jean Jennings Bartik

"I learned patience from the machine—it never rushed, and neither should we."

Jean Jennings Bartik Patience

Computer Programmer American 1924–2011

More from Jean Jennings Bartik

"We were the first to do it, and I guess we'll always be remembered for that."

"Programming requires patience and attention to detail."

"The machine was only as smart as the people programming it."

"I never dreamed I would be doing this kind of work."

"Patience is a virtue I'm still learning."

"I may be a redhead, but I'm not a hothead."

"Patience is a virtue."

"Patience is a virtue I never learned."