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You can build it. Should you?
TL;DR: A reflection on how rapid tool changes outpace enduring building principles, urging ongoing focus on fundamental questions. The writer emphasizes tech’s constant evolution and the need to discern when to build and why.
The author notes that tooling evolves faster than core software principles. Despite rapid shifts, timeless questions about why to build, what to prioritize, and how to ship remain. The letters explore balancing enthusiasm for new technologies with disciplined decision-making. They highlight that even non-technical people can contribute to building, thanks to evolving tools. The core message is to measure value and consequences before chasing every new tech trend.
Question for the room: What principles do you rely on to decide when to build vs buy or pause in the face of a fast-moving tech landscape?
— via dev.to
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