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Reducing complexity makes contribution easier

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+title: Reducing complexity makes contribution easier
+date: 2024-02-03
+permalink: archive/2024/02/03/reducing-complexity-makes-contribution-easier
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+  Keeping things simple makes it easier for others to contribute.
+tags:
+  - software-development
+  - front-end
+  - beyond-blocks
+  - podcast
+  - drupal
+  - localgov-drupal
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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
+[podcast]: {{site.url}}/podcast