If you're going through hell, keep going.
If you've got a talent, protect it.
Never complain and never explain.
Without hard work, nothing grows but weeds.
If you think you can do it, you can.
Know or listen to those who know.
The most effective way to do it, is to do it.
By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.
Wherever you are - be all there.
If you can dream it, you can do it.
After all, C++ isn't a perfect match for Java's design aims either.
Thus, the standard library will serve as both a tool and as a teacher.