Following lkendall, I think the case for photography as analogous to 3D apps is even more telling.

Consider someone who purchases that $2000 pro camera with the $10,000/piece lenses but has no real expertise or experience.  This is akin to someone who is new to 3D CG buying Maya Unlimited - same difference.  All of the lenses in the world can't make a great photographer - only skill can.  With a 2-foot long telephoto lens, it may be difficult to get your thumb in the picture - but I'll bet it has happened! ;)

C makes it easy to shoot yourself in the foot. C++ makes it harder, but when you do, you blow your whole leg off.

 -- Bjarne Stroustrup

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