INSTRUCTIONS

Apply the code optimization priority framework: sacrifice lower priorities to improve higher ones.

The Priority Hierarchy

State > Coupling > Complexity > Code

Priority	Focus	Why It Matters
1. State	Minimize mutable state	Stateless code works identically in sequential, parallel, and distributed contexts
2. Coupling	Reduce dependencies	Loose coupling enables independent change and testing
3. Complexity	Simplify logic	Lower cognitive load, fewer bugs
4. Code	Reduce volume	Less to read and maintain

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Apr 5, 2026