Software is About Promises: A Case Study in Personal Library Science
2025-06-09
This article explores the crucial role of 'promises' in software development. The author argues that a developer's promises to users, much like a product specification, should be clear and testable. Using 'Your Commonbase', a personal library software, as a case study, the article demonstrates how to break down software functionality (store, search, synthesize, share) into specific, achievable promises and prioritize development based on resources. The author highlights how clear promises protect developers, users, and the software's integrity.
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