Josh Comeau • 11/13/2019

Clever Code Considered Harmful

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This article contrasts the clever, complex code often written for recreational challenges like Project Euler with the simple, maintainable code required for production software. It argues that while 'clever' solutions are satisfying, they are harmful in a shared codebase where clarity and ease of understanding for junior developers are paramount.

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