Derek Comartin • 4/8/2026

Why “Clean Code” is Killing Your Velocity

This article critiques common 'clean code' practices, particularly the overuse of interfaces and abstractions, which the author argues can kill development velocity. Using a payment processing example with Stripe, it shows how adding an interface for a single implementation adds complexity without value. The author suggests that true architecture should focus on simplicity and optionality, not boilerplate. The article also touches on testing, noting that interfaces aren't always necessary for testability. It is relevant to IT/technology, specifically software architecture and development best practices.

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