Absolutely. But im not sure "bad code" is the same thing as code written for a purpose at a particular time. I think something can be good code if its lifespan

Absolutely. But im not sure "bad code" is the same thing as code written for a purpose at a particular time. I think something can be good code if its lifespan is understood in the context of the business goals. I just get cynical when I hear people apply these principles to something that may live five years. Not every project is going to be maintained for 30 years