Could There Be Better Metaphors for Software Development?
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Software development lacks a consistent metaphor, with terminology borrowed from construction ("build"), writing ("code"), and more. These metaphors shape how we think about the process, but none perfectly captures the unique nature of creating software, which combines abstract problem-solving with concrete implementation in ways unlike traditional engineering or artistic creation.
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