A 1993 University of Edinburgh review reported relatively little interest in Knuth's original literate-programming system.

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"A 1993 University of Edinburgh review reported relatively little interest in Knuth’s original literate-programming system."

Duggan's review notes that Knuth's original literate-programming system had attracted relatively little interest, supporting the characterization of classic WEB-style literate programming as a niche practice.

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Source title Literate Programming: A Review

Source authors Angus Duggan

Source year 1993

Confidence high

Importance mid