Description
Make software behave in ways that other people will find natural and predictable. So when someone uses a function in a program or reads a chunk of code, it should work just like they think it will.
POLSPrinciple of Least Surprise
"Write code in a way that does not surprise other developers."
Key Takeaways
- Make your code behave in expected ways to avoid confusion.
- Make it a smooth experience for everyone.
- Surprising software frustrates users and wastes time.
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