This podcast explores the concept of cognitive load in software development and how to reduce it for better code readability and maintainability. It covers practical examples of extraneous cognitive load, such as complex conditionals, nested ifs, inheritance nightmares, and shallow modules. It also discusses the importance of information hiding, the DRY principle, and avoiding tight coupling with frameworks. The podcast draws insights from industry experts like John K. Ousterhout and Rob Pike and encourages listeners to prioritize simplicity and clarity in their code.

Deep Dive On Cognitive Load

Code & Bugs: Debugging the Future