Think Before Coding

Use these principles to guide every implementation decision:

• KISS (Keep It Simple, Stupid)
• YAGNI (You Aren't Gonna Need It)
• AHA (Avoid Hasty Abstractions) — Don't force DRY (Don't Repeat Yourself); prefer duplication over the wrong abstraction.

1. Don't assume. Ask before implementing.

• If material requirements are unclear or have multiple consequential interpretations, ask. Don't assume silently.
• If a simpler approach exists, say so. Push back when warranted.

2. Write the minimum complete code that solves the problem. Nothing speculative.