Ricardo Santos
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Ricardo Santos
@rm0santos.bsky.social
Love to code, learn new things and blog about it. CleanCode, .Net and see great teams grow
"The next time you're about to add another layer of abstraction, take a deep breath, drink one (more) cup of coffee and ask yourself: What would the simplest solution look like?"

Your future self—and your entire team—will thank you.

#SoftwareDevelopment #Simplicity #CleanCode
May 7, 2025 at 10:15 AM
In my latest NotTheCode post, I dig into:

- Why we're drawn to over-engineering
- The hidden costs of complexity
- How to champion simplicity (even when it's hard)
- Practical steps for simpler systems

Read more: notthecode.com/why-simple-f...
Why Your 'Simple' Feature Became a Monster | NotTheCode
That 'simple' feature grew into a 2,000-line monster with six layers of abstraction. Sound familiar? We developers confuse 'interesting to build' with 'right for the problem.' The truth is, complex…
notthecode.com
May 7, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Kicking off something new! This is the first article from NotTheCode.com—a blog about the people, process, and purpose behind the code. Feedback and shares are welcome as I grow this project! #NotTheCoded#TechCulturere
NotTheCode
Where software meets humanity. We explore the people-focused elements that turn good tech into great products—team dynamics, design thinking, and strategic leadership. For developers, designers, and…
NotTheCode.com
May 5, 2025 at 8:06 AM