Simplicity is an Infinite Pursuit

Simplicity is not a finite goal but an ongoing pursuit in the face of complexity, resembling an infinite game where there is no ultimate 'win.' In any business or creative endeavor, one can momentarily snapshot simplicity; however, it constantly evolves as complexity increases with time and change. Achieving simplicity is a never-ending battle against the tendencies of complexity, which requires balancing the quest for simplicity with the necessity of progress, such as shipping projects. This leads to discomfort in the software industry with reliance on dependencies that show no activity, even if they successfully function. There is a prevailing belief that things should always be improved or updated, which can inadvertently complicate what may already be sufficient. Embracing a recent state of simplicity means accepting that not everything needs constant refinement, and tampering with existing solutions carries the risk of complicating them further. In the realm of software, the challenge becomes recognizing valuable simplicity, even when it appears static or unrefined.