Garbage Quote by Boris Beizer
“Software never was perfect and won't get perfect. But is that a license to create garbage? The missing ingredient is our reluctance to quantify quality.”
About This Quote
The quote warns that acknowledging imperfection isn’t justification for low standards; quality must be measured and pursued.
In simple terms: Accepting imperfection doesn’t excuse poor quality.
Key Takeaway
Measure and improve quality despite imperfections.
Themes
quality
responsibility
standards
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
advisory
reflective
When to use this quote
- software development
- product management
- team reviews
Key Concepts
measurement
ethical design
Questions to Reflect On
- How can teams balance realism about imperfection with high quality expectations?
- What metrics best capture software quality?
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