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I don't know if it originates here. But, I first saw it on this page[1]. A great blog about Netscape browser release and product engineering in general. > Ship

I don't know if it originates here. But, I first saw it on this page[1]. A great blog about Netscape browser release and product engineering in general. > Shipping is a feature. A really important feature. Your product must have it. [1] - https://www.joelonsoftware.com/2009/09/23/the-duct-tape-programmer/ https://www.joelonsoftware.com/2009/09/23/the-duct-tape-prog... edit - added more context

ChrisMarshallNY 4y ago
Joel Spolsky always has great stuff. I get the feeling that a lot of HN folks don't like him, though, which puzzles me. Same with Steve McConnell.
- blowski 4y ago
  It's the age-old pragmatists vs dogmatists debate that exists in everything. Both groups are well-represented on HN. Personally, I credit much of my career to advice from Spolsky and McConnell.