Software Design

The True ROI of Software Design: Why "Clean Code" Is Not the Final Goal

Discussions on software design often get lost in technical proxies like SOLID, cohesion, or testability. This article argues that these are merely means to an end. The only true metric of good design is the net reduction of effort and cost over the system's lifecycle.

Design Patterns Deconstructed: The Engineer's Guide to Reusable Solutions

Stop reinventing the wheel. This guide breaks down the 23 Gang of Four design patterns, explaining when to use Strategy, Adapter, Observer, and Factory patterns to solve complex architectural problems efficiently and prevent technical debt.

SOLID Principles: The Architectural Antidote to Rigid and Fragile Code

Technical debt often stems from prioritizing speed over structure. This guide analyzes the 5 SOLID principles to cure common software pathologies like rigidity, fragility, and immobility, transforming "STUPID" code into maintainable systems.

Coupling: The Silent Killer of Software Architecture

A root cause analysis of software failures often points to a single culprit: Coupling. From Singletons and Global Variables to hidden assumptions and Null references, this article explores how tight coupling disguises itself and creates the dreaded ripple effect in your codebase.

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