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When you look at code you wrote last year (lemmy.ml)
submitted 4 weeks ago by cm0002@lemmy.world to c/programmer_humor@programming.dev
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[–] Appoxo@lemmy.dbzer0.com 5 points 4 weeks ago (1 children)

Try to write as if you are explaining the functionality to an unrelated 3rd party like a new hire.

[–] scutiger@lemmy.world 4 points 4 weeks ago (1 children)

Yeah, write it for the person who has to replace you when you inevitably get laid off so that your company can hire someone for half your salary.

[–] Appoxo@lemmy.dbzer0.com 2 points 4 weeks ago

Don't be a dick to your (current) co-workers.