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Another critical observation addresses the common trait of perfectionism often found in programmers. While striving for high-quality code is essential, the ideal of "satisfactory" does not equate to mediocrity. Instead, satisfactory code fulfills user requirements and offers value.
The book encourages developers to shift from a perfectionist mindset to one focused on improvement. Striving for perfection can hinder productivity and lead to unnecessary stress. Instead, the goal should be to deliver value efficiently without getting lost in the pursuit of a polished finish that may not necessarily contribute to the project’s success.