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DRY is not very useful as a concept. It doesn't define any rules how to identify bad repeated code, nor how to change it and doesn't define limitations of the c
by gcpwnd 6y ago
DRY is not very useful as a concept. It doesn't define any rules how to identify bad repeated code, nor how to change it and doesn't define limitations of the concept or it's application.
I know this sounds wild and harsh but we have to overcome the habit of explaining non trivial or even unsolved problems with truisms.
- BurningFrog 6y agoYeah, it really only points out where you have a problem. The solution is still up to your expertise. Including deciding some repetition in OK. Still, being able to see these design problems has been immensely valuable in my work!