Prose & Code

The ABC of writing good prose: Accuracy, Brevity, Clarity.

The ABC of writing good code:

• Accuracy: A function should do one thing and one thing only.
• Brevity: Coding standard must specify the acceptable length of functions. If the function is getting long; Refactor.
• Clarity: 
• Track complexity metrics. Refactor
• Use names that convey intention. 
• Avoid globals.
• Write Executable Specifications.