No love for boolean parameters
Read OriginalThis article discusses the problems with using boolean parameters in functions, arguing they often violate the single responsibility principle and create confusing APIs. It provides examples in JavaScript, TypeScript, Kotlin, and Groovy, showing how boolean flags can make code harder to understand and maintain, and suggests alternatives like separate methods for different behaviors.
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