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[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 month ago (1 children)

And I always think I write good comments until a year later I'm like these comments don't help shit

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago (1 children)

Try to write as if you are explaining the functionality to an unrelated 3rd party like a new hire.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 month ago

Yeah, write it for the person who has to replace you when you inevitably get laid off so that your company can hire someone for half your salary.