In theory, algorithms are an important aspect of CS. Having learned about them plus some experience, enables the logical thinking mindset required to develop be

In theory, algorithms are an important aspect of CS. Having learned about them plus some experience, enables the logical thinking mindset required to develop better code. In practice, algorithms are hardly useful, either because T&M don't allow it, or the problem gets escalated when adding dependencies to existing code and services. In theory, some CS, algorithmic or systems thinking background may be that crucible required to avoid many known pitfalls and rabbit holes. In practice, developing and maintaining IT systems have nothing much in common with sports. This being something more of a distraction by ignorance and management, than anything of tangible value to people and environment.