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“I used to want to be a computer programmer when I was younger. We got an Apple II Plus when I was, like, 11 and I wrote programs and BASIC on that, like I think a lot of people did, but I have no idea how to program in the current languages at all.”

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Chris Parnell, born on February 5, 1967, is a renowned American comic actor. Known for his unique sense of humor and exceptional performance skills, he has made a name for himself in the comedy industry through his roles in various television shows and movies. more

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