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Errors Quote by Paul Wilton

“Errors in code are what programmers call bugs, though when our programs go wrong, we prefer to call them “unexpected additional features.” Very” quote by Paul Wilton
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““Errors in code are what programmers call bugs, though when our programs go wrong, we prefer to call them “unexpected additional features.” Very””

Paul Wilton

About This Quote

Source Blog: Software Development Humor, 2018

Programmers jokingly call bugs “features,” but they’re unintended and often harmful.

In simple terms: Bugs are not true features.

Key Takeaway

Treat bugs seriously.

Themes

software quality humor mislabeling

Mood

lighthearted critical

Type

technical advice

When to use this quote

  • code reviews
  • product releases
  • debugging sessions

Key Concepts

technical debt software engineering

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can teams avoid normalizing bugs?
  • What processes ensure bugs are fixed promptly?
A Different Perspective

Humor can mask the need for rigorous testing.

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