The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source What good programmers worry about (News)
Aug 26, 2024
Discover why Waymo cars are considered bad neighbors and dive into insights from Linus Torvalds on what keeps good programmers up at night. Explore how toast notifications can detract from user focus and check out ChartDB, a tool for visualizing database schemas. Unpack common pitfalls in code reviews while scientists confirm the existence of the 'flow state'—a mental zone for optimal focus and productivity. Join the conversation on these pressing topics in the world of software development!
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Data Structures First
- Prioritize data structures over complex code.
- Restructuring data can simplify logic and improve maintainability.
Data Restructuring Example
- Leonardo Creed optimized a project by focusing on data structures.
- A 500-line function became a 50-line function with better design.
Toasts are Bad UX
- Toast notifications offer a poor user experience.
- They appear far from the user's attention, disrupting their flow.