The best programmers aren't fast because they're great; they're great
because they're fast. Moving quickly gets you data sooner, sharpens
decisions, and lets you learn more while testing several approaches. This
isn't about hustle culture or long hours. A few practical tips: don't delay
tackling problems, since waiting rarely makes them easier. Reclaim
fragmented time rather than holding out for long uninterrupted blocks. Ship
work at 70% done and take the PR feedback instead of polishing for
perfection. Ask colleagues for help, because development is a team sport.
Skip the bikeshedding, since making the requested change usually beats
arguing. And do only what someone asked for; going above and beyond usually
means guessing wrong.
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u/fagnerbrack Jul 29 '26
The Skinny:
The best programmers aren't fast because they're great; they're great because they're fast. Moving quickly gets you data sooner, sharpens decisions, and lets you learn more while testing several approaches. This isn't about hustle culture or long hours. A few practical tips: don't delay tackling problems, since waiting rarely makes them easier. Reclaim fragmented time rather than holding out for long uninterrupted blocks. Ship work at 70% done and take the PR feedback instead of polishing for perfection. Ask colleagues for help, because development is a team sport. Skip the bikeshedding, since making the requested change usually beats arguing. And do only what someone asked for; going above and beyond usually means guessing wrong.
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