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Developer warns against overengineering with meta-programming

Original: I don't know who needs to hear this, but if you ever consider adding a layer of indirection or GOD FORBID meta programmi

A software developer is advising fellow programmers to step away from the keyboard whenever they consider adding a layer of indirection or meta-programming to a project, suggesting a walk outside instead. The developer admits the advice is self-directed, noting it is about the third time they have considered writing such a script. The remark has drawn modest engagement from other programmers who recognise the temptation to overengineer their own code.

Why now: Programmers widely relate to the urge to overengineer solutions with indirection and meta-programming, making the self-deprecating advice resonant.

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• I don't know who needs to hear this, but if you ever consider adding a layer of indirection or GOD FORBID meta programming, it's time to step AWAY FROM THE KEYBOARD. Go take a walk outside. It's me. I need to hear it. This is about the 3rd time I've considered writing a script… · intrepidhero · 12

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