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Why Code is Mandatory?
I asked ol’ chatGPT what its thoughts on the topic were.
Yes, I’ve encountered the expression “code is mandatory” in discussions about software development, though it can be interpreted in various ways depending on the context.
Often, it underscores the idea that:
- Writing actual code is indispensable for implementing ideas, solving problems, or delivering value.
- In certain environments (e.g. compliance-heavy industries), producing clean, functional, and well-documented code is not optional—it’s a critical requirement.
- It can also highlight the necessity of automation in modern workflows, where manual processes are increasingly replaced by code.