Code Smell Riddle #15

q. You might consider me small potatoes,
but I’m just as qualified as the rest.
Instead of using those elementary types,
why don’t you add some tiny object zest!

a. Primitive Obsession

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Code Smell Riddle #14

q. You should really learn to keep to yourself;
There are certain places you should never be.
My private places aren’t meant for your eyes,
In regard to your behavior, I highly disagree!

a. Inappropriate Intimacy

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Code Smell Riddle #13

q. It’s one thing to view the future proactively,
And then strategically plan accordingly.
But it’s an entire other thing completely,
If you over-architect a system excessively!

a. Speculative Generality

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Code Smell Riddle #12

q. When you want to update your precious program,
Be prepared to embark on a curious coding quest.
Many different pieces certainly need to change;
To find them all you’ll need to deeply invest.

a. Shotgun Surgery

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Code Smell Riddle #11

q. Whoa whoa module global variables,
I think you’ve propagated like a rabbit.
In addition to the redundant snippets,
You should cut it out like a bad habit.

a. Large Class

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