"Don’t rewrite code without consultation. There’s a fine line between “fixing code” and “rewriting code.” Know the difference, and pursue stylistic changes with

"Don’t rewrite code without consultation. There’s a fine line between “fixing code” and “rewriting code.” Know the difference, and pursue stylistic changes within the framework of a code review, not as a lone enforcer." There's a corollary to that: when you are working on someone else's code, don't restyle or re-architect to fit your vision. Don't even use your style or preferred architecture or design on your own additions; try to blend in with the rest of the code.