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by sjducb 1053 days ago
Experience will tell you that this happens often, and it’s often better not to DRY in the first place.
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If there is no process for re-evaluating code architecture choices, it can create challenges regardless of the approach taken.

Experience tells me that relying on copy+paste as a solution isn't a cure-all, or even a better approach, and often introduces new problems in the future. A thoughtful and adaptive approach to code development is crucial to ensure long-term success and maintainability.