Why you should always rewrite the code you copy
The article emphasizes the importance of rewriting code that is copied from other sources. It argues that doing so helps developers understand the logic behind the code, adapt it to their specific context, and improve its performance and readability. Ultimately, investing time in rewriting code can lead to more robust and maintainable applications.
- ▪Copying code can introduce subtle bugs and future headaches.
- ▪Rewriting code helps developers understand its logic and adapt it to their specific needs.
- ▪Investing time in rewriting code can lead to more robust and maintainable applications.
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try { if(localStorage) { let currentUser = localStorage.getItem('current_user'); if (currentUser) { currentUser = JSON.parse(currentUser); if (currentUser.id === 861109) { document.getElementById('article-show-container').classList.add('current-user-is-article-author'); } } } } catch (e) { console.error(e); } Samaresh Das Posted on May 27 Why you should always rewrite the code you copy #javascript Copying code is the ultimate developer cheat code, right? Wrong. We've all been there. Staring at a problem, the clock ticking, and a quick Stack Overflow search yields a perfect-looking snippet. It’s tempting to just paste it in and call it a day. But trust me, that seemingly innocent copy-paste can be a breeding ground for subtle bugs and future headaches. Think of code like spoken language.
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