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If is *anything* with algebra, take it. All the monoid, groups etc. stuff are invaluable to understand later why you will need an operator < in a container C++ class, why a neutral element could become one day operator +=(HRGN hrgn).
But I would go also to the ASM as well, *if* you have a veteran to teach.
Morale: go to the music school for theory and spend time with bluesmen as well  . The result have more chances to be Eric Clapton.
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Discrete mathematics. Good choice. I touched it quite a bit at college even though my major degree subject was applied maths. All of this was in the mid to late 70s so "computer science" was then heavily dependent on discrete analysis. Funny thing is, I enjoyed the discrete rather more than applied. Then again, it was all down to the tutors I think. 
If there is one thing more dangerous than getting between a bear and her cubs it's getting between my wife and her chocolate.
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You're probably better off with the class in Discrete Math as it's much harder and could use the guided instruction. But buy the Machine Org book anyway. It's not that difficult, just time consuming. If you want to actually understand how a processor works it's the class to take. And guys, not all of us grew up in the 70s when this was standard nerd knowledge, about half my class failed what has to have been one of the most dead simple classes I took because they didn't have a clue to start with and weren't smart enough to read the stinking book.
That said, if you take Machine Org/Assembler, read the stinking book. It'll be long, dry, boring and filled with all the answers for the tests. Plus you may actually remember some of the useful bits later.
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Jon Plotner wrote: make me more valuable in the workforce.
And which specific part of the work force do you want to be?
Jon Plotner wrote: Machine ORG/Assembler Language VS. Discrete Mathematics
I can only take one. Which should it be? Why?
Excluding some very specific answers to the previous question...Assembler.
In general for the vast majority of programming jobs advanced math will have virtually no impact. You might encounter one instance where knowledge in one specific area might help in your entire career. Which isn't to say that that this class will be the one. Could be a different math class.
On the other hand a deeper understanding of how a computer works provides a basis for understanding better how compilers and interpreters work. Which will impact the rest of your career. Since if you do actually program then you will be using compilers and interpreters for the rest of your life. (And the class I took on compiler design was one of the most worthwhile classes I ever took.)
If it matters I took classes similar to both and my degree is in Mathematics.
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They have been covering it on the news since yesterday evening - the doctors are saying they are "taking it hour by hour": which is unfortunately not a good sign.
I may not like the bloke, but I feel for his family and wish him a speedy recovery.
Never underestimate the power of stupid things in large numbers
--- Serious Sam
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OriginalGriff wrote: They have been covering it on the news since yesterday evening
Ah, I see. I didn't hear about it until this morning when it came in on my Facebook stream.
Soren Madsen
"When you don't know what you're doing it's best to do it quickly" - Jase #DuckDynasty
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Actually, the guy said this, word for word (in french obviously, but translated for you!):
"We are taking it hour by hour, to save time". 
I understand what he meant, but seriously? 
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What a shame I hope he recovers!
Skiing seems to be a pretty dangerous sport,
I'm still working on the delicate art of walking upright. Of course it's a lot easier now that I don't drink.
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Mike Hankey wrote: Skiing seems to be a pretty dangerous sport,
Add to that:
Quote: British journalist Kevin Garside told CNN that Schumacher is "a very good skier" but acknowledged that he is "fearless" -- like most Formula 1 drivers.
"These people don't recognize fear like you and I do. There is no gene in their body that lets them go slow," Garside said.
Soren Madsen
"When you don't know what you're doing it's best to do it quickly" - Jase #DuckDynasty
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Quote: I'm still working on the delicate art of walking upright
you and me both! ah well poor old Schumi!
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Well, now he is just a number that wanders into the yearly skiing accident statistics.
Only Thing thats different, he is popular.
He had the same bad luck as hundreds of other skiiers and Snowboarders have yearly.
But i also hope he'll get through 
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Because nothing is going to get me excited about trying your product like your branding it as two years obsolete (all the cool kids launched 2014 versions a few months ago). 
Did you ever see history portrayed as an old man with a wise brow and pulseless heart, waging all things in the balance of reason?
Is not rather the genius of history like an eternal, imploring maiden, full of fire, with a burning heart and flaming soul, humanly warm and humanly beautiful?
--Zachris Topelius
Training a telescope on one’s own belly button will only reveal lint. You like that? You go right on staring at it. I prefer looking at galaxies.
-- Sarah Hoyt
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Getting information off the Internet is like taking a drink from a fire hydrant.
- Mitchell Kapor
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Dan Neely wrote: all the cool kids
What about those who are neither kids or "cool"?
What passes for cool for kids strike those who are not kids as "Well, that looks stupid". For example there were an awful lot of kids who thought Justin Bieber was "cool". Now he is obsolete but he has been replaced by One Direction... 
It was broke, so I fixed it.
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Are there any developer tools ... any software ... that get(s) better with age ?
mmmm ... I'll get back to you on that one after I reincarnate as Bill2014.
Happy New Year !
“I'm an artist: it's self evident that word implies looking for something all the time without ever finding it in full. It is the opposite of saying : 'I know all about it. I've already found it.'
As far as I'm concerned, the word means: 'I am looking. I am hunting for it. I am deeply involved.'”
Vincent Van Gogh
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Boots[^]
The fourth option, #52144
Yummy.
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Obscurum per obscurius.
Ad astra per alas porci.
Quidquid latine dictum sit, altum videtur .
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Golf: Allowing people to dress like spivs whilst convincing themselves they are doing something exclusive.
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A reason to drink with the pretense of exercise?
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We've got Cricket for that.
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Just learned a new word.
I happen to know a person owning shoes that looks just like those minus the spikes.
He also happens to be a Barrister.
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Yes, but wearing them requires you to play golf.
I prefer this[^] shoe myself.
Software Zen: delete this;
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I ran with that myself... I had to take it back, it's wayyyy too heavy for running long distances, at least I thought so (maybe not used to "supportive" shoes). I ended up getting another model with less support (but lighter).
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I wore New Balance 1123's until a couple years ago when they stopped making them, and I had problems with the replacement model. I'm a big guy (6'1", 210 lbs) for a distance runner and I severely overpronate. I wear custom orthotics and the best motion-control shoes I can find. The 'Beast' gives me a nice combination of support and fit for the orthotics, which have a pretty deep heel cup.
The good news is my running club membership gets me 10% off at my running shoe store.
Software Zen: delete this;
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