Simple Made Easy - Prime Reacts
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Summary of “Simple Made Rich” by Rich Hickey
- Introduction
- Discussion on simplicity and its importance in software design.
- Emphasizes the need for simple systems for reliability.
- Definitions of Simple vs. Easy
- Simple: Objective and unentangled, easier to understand.
- Easy: Subjective and based on proximity to existing knowledge.
- Simplicity is a Choice
- Choice of constructs impacts simplicity.
- Simplicity allows for clarity and ease of change.
- Avoiding Complexity
- Complexity hinders understanding and reliability.
- Reduce intertwining of systems to promote simplicity.
- Tools for Simplicity
- Use constructs with simple artifacts (e.g., values instead of objects).
- Favor functions over methods, and avoid state where possible.
- Modular Design
- Modular components improve maintainability.
- Keep abstractions small, separating ‘what’ from ‘how’.
- Conclusion
Strive for simplicity in design and implementation choices.
Simplicity leads to better understanding, maintainability, and reliability in systems.
Rich Hickey emphasizes that promoting discussions around simplicity in programming can steer away from complex design patterns.