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Premature optimization can be a form of procrastination. If you're looking for a way to avoid something, PO is an easy out. It even looks like you're doing so
by anamax 16y ago
Premature optimization can be a form of procrastination.
If you're looking for a way to avoid something, PO is an easy out. It even looks like you're doing something.
- angstrom 16y agoSadly, I've done this even knowingly. It's like mentally pacing from one side of the room to the next. Aware you're doing something, but it's not necessarily getting you anywhere.
- photon_off 16y agoCompletely agree. To make matters worse, the optimization usually results in making things at least slightly more complex. When you actually do get around to doing what really needs to be done, you'll often find that the job is now at least slightly more difficult.