Peter Witham • 11/10/2025

Why Over-Explaining Matters, lessons from software and life

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The article explores the common problem of miscommunication in software development, where assumed details lead to unexpected results. Using personal anecdotes, the author argues for the practice of 'over-explaining'—explicitly documenting rules, restrictions, and expectations—to align visions, prevent rework, and potentially discover better solutions through detailed reflection.

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