Small is good. Small is simple. We should strive to keep things small in our development work. Keep routines short and simple. Use as few local variables as possible. Avoid long parameter lists. Keep scope as narrow as possible. If you find yourself challenged by these things, it suggests the need for practice and thought….
Tag: Development
YAGNI: Is it Absolute?
YAGNI – You Ain’t Gonna Need It – is a useful principle in software development and rework. But should it be a hard rule? I will argue that it should be a guide, not a rule. But also, that the context is a major factor in determining which view should apply. The first and obvious…
Thoughtful Design and Coding
Adventures in the act of development Articles here describe my experiences in software design and development. Categories: Data Design Scope Clear Coding Effective Naming Useful Commenting Best practices will influence all articles here.