CDD Design Pillars for Jakarta EE

Design principles based on Cognitive Driven Development (CDD) and Alberto Souza's "Pilares Design Código", adapted for Jakarta EE/MicroProfile applications.

Core Philosophy

The best code is code that doesn't need to be written. When we must write code, it should function correctly through the simplest possible implementation that requires minimal mental effort to understand, maintain, and evolve.

Cognitive Load Theory

Code complexity is measured by intrinsic cognitive load — the mental effort required to understand code. Research suggests working memory holds ~7 items simultaneously.

Cognitive Load Points