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The Principles of

Annoyance Driven Development

Transform Frustrations into Features


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Why Annoyance Driven Development?

Annoyance-Driven Development (A.D.D.) is a semi-satirical, yet entirely practical approach to software development that prioritizes fixing the most frustrating and disruptive issues in your codebase. Instead of striving for perfection or getting bogged down by abstract priorities, A.D.D. focuses on solving the problems that cause the most annoyance—whether to developers, users, or stakeholders.

By adopting A.D.D., you don't replace your existing methodologies; rather, you complement them with a strategy that targets high-impact, high-frustration areas. This approach ensures that the most pressing pain points are resolved quickly, leading to improved user experience, increased developer satisfaction, and a more efficient development process. A.D.D. streamlines efforts, fosters better collaboration, and promotes continuous improvement by addressing the issues that matter most.