Don’t follow best practices blindly
Read OriginalThis article critiques the rigid adherence to software development 'best practices,' arguing they should be tailored to specific user needs and project contexts. It emphasizes starting with the end-user, questioning new technologies before implementation, and strategically adopting practices like clean code or microservices only when they align with business goals and team size.
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