alt Hacker NewsThe worst code I've ever written is because of shifting or unforeseen requirements. It doesn't matter how good the architect is if the foundation is built on sand.
The worst code I've ever written is because of shifting or unforeseen requirements. It doesn't matter how good the architect is if the foundation is built on sand.
100% agreed. But to me that sounds like a typical case of rushing instead of working like responsible engineers. If the foundation is built on sand then that needs to be fixed. Engineers being expected to magically paper over a lack of clear requirements is what leads to bad code. I am fine with helping gather the requirements but if I get a list of unclear and shifting requirements and just is expected to fix it I obviously will fail.