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Re:Ask HN: Is it inefficient to execute programs while working? by dieselgate on Monday September 12, 2022 @12:10AM (#32805998)
It seems difficult to say, one idea is you could proceed with this approach but then write tests for any failing conditions when they arise. It seems inefficient to check every line of code works after writing it as well - especially for larger systems with complex state setup.

Probably somewhere in the middle is right but will be different for everyone/is variable

Re:Ask HN: Is it inefficient to execute programs while working? by abhnv on Monday September 12, 2022 @02:49AM (#32806854)
I never seem to get it. I guess trial and error is the only way then.
Re:Ask HN: Is it inefficient to execute programs while working? by dieselgate on Monday September 12, 2022 @03:36PM (#32815675)
It makes me think of the quote something along the lines of “the master has failed more times than the beginner has even tried”

Good luck