Voyager Programming Insights
Hans discusses the programming languages used for the Voyager missions, highlighting the reliance on assembly and C due to their proven reliability. He emphasizes the importance of minimizing risks by avoiding code generation, noting that for high-risk projects, meticulous attention to detail is essential, with a significant investment of time per line of code. The conversation sheds light on the rigorous testing and development processes that accompany mission-critical software.In this clip
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Episode 100: Software in Space
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