Learn the Modus Operandi of a Code Change

When we program, we’re stuck with the same brain with its same tendencies to make mistakes. Sure, in programming we can go back and recheck the code. The problem is that we have to do that repeatedly—the sheer complexity of software makes it impossible to hold all of the details in our heads. That means our brain works with a simplified view. As soon as we drop details, we run the risk of missing something.

This is why we need to guide our decisions by objective data. The good part is that this data is based on how we actually work and interact with the system. Let’s see how.

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