Cheaper Quote by Capers Jones
“High-quality software is not expensive. High-quality software is faster and cheaper to build and maintain than low-quality software, from initial development all the way through total cost of ownership.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Software Engineering Economics, 2005
High‑quality software reduces total cost because it’s easier to maintain and faster to develop.
In simple terms: Good software saves money over time.
Key Takeaway
Invest in quality early.
Themes
software quality
cost efficiency
engineering
Mood
analytical
practical
Type
technical
educational
When to use this quote
- Project planning
- code reviews
- devops practices
Key Concepts
Technical debt
productivity
Questions to Reflect On
- What quality practices can you adopt?
- How does quality affect your budget?
A Different Perspective
Initial investment may be higher.
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