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Good old hubris: https://www.joelonsoftware.com/2000/04/06/things-you-should-never-do-part-i/ https://www.joelonsoftware.com/2000/04/06/things-you-should-...

• ponector 1y ago
  >> The reason that they think the old code is a mess is because of a cardinal, fundamental law of programming: It’s harder to read code than to write it. And now people are pushing for AI coding where no one is going to write a code but only read it (with auto accept changes).
  • depuebenas 1y ago
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  • nobodyandproud 1y ago
    Yes, but the context here is government. I feel software systems and lawfully started institutions share many characteristics. There’s a certain naivete coupler with arrogance required to believe one knows better, then push ahead to destroy older institutions and practices.