Time to Ditch the 'Perfect' Code

📰 Dev.to · Fabio Sarmento

Ditch the pursuit of perfect code and aim for 'good enough' to deliver value quickly

intermediate Published 12 Jul 2026
Action Steps
  1. Recognize when perfectionism is hindering progress
  2. Set realistic goals and deadlines for 'good enough' code
  3. Focus on delivering functional and tested code
  4. Iterate and refine code based on user feedback
  5. Prioritize and delegate tasks to manage scope and timeline
Who Needs to Know This

Developers and product managers can benefit from this mindset shift to prioritize progress over perfection, enabling faster time-to-market and more iterative improvements

Key Insight

💡 'Good enough' code can be better than perfect code if it delivers value quickly and allows for iteration

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💡 Ditch perfect code for 'good enough' and deliver value faster! #agile #softwaredevelopment

Key Takeaways

Ditch the pursuit of perfect code and aim for 'good enough' to deliver value quickly

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Chasing perfection can stall progress. Aim for 'good enough' that delivers value quickly. You can...
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