The Secret Power of Technical Debt: Turning Shortcuts into Success

What is Technical Debt?

Technical Debt is a term from the software world that describes what happens when we take shortcuts in our code to get things done quickly. Just like borrowing money can lead to financial debt, taking shortcuts in code can lead to technical debt. Over time, this can make the code more complex and costly to fix.

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Different Definitions and Common Problems

One of the tricky things about technical debt is that everyone seems to have their own definition. When I ask people what it is, I get a lot of different answers. Here are some common themes and the problems with them:

1. Vague Descriptions: People often use terms like “old code.” But what does that mean? Six months old? A year? It’s not clear.