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title: Reducing complexity makes contribution easier
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date: 2024-02-03
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permalink: archive/2024/02/03/reducing-complexity-makes-contribution-easier
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Keeping things simple makes it easier for others to contribute.
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tags:
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- software-development
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- front-end
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- beyond-blocks
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- podcast
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- drupal
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- localgov-drupal
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---
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This week, I spoke with [Mark Conroy][mark] for an upcoming episode of the [Beyond Blocks podcast][podcast].
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We discussed his approach to removing front-end build tools from projects, including the LocalGov Drupal base theme.
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Doing this removes dependencies such as Sass and tools like Webpack but also makes it easier for others to contribute as there's less to learn.
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The barrier to entry is lower.
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This is a big advantage in the open-source space and for companies and project teams.
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Having simpler code and fewer tools makes it easier for others to understand and work on your codebase, making them productive sooner.
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[mark]: https://mark.ie
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[podcast]: {{site.url}}/podcast
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