Write Less Code
Read OriginalThe article discusses the philosophy that skilled developers focus on removing code rather than adding it. It explains that code is a liability, and less code leads to easier maintenance, fewer bugs, and better understandability. The author encourages developers to think critically before writing, refactor regularly, and question the necessity of new features to build simpler, more effective systems.
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