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Wadler's law

Wadler’s law is an observation about software development, stating that the effort required to read or understand code is roughly proportional to the amount of code. In simpler terms, the more complex or extensive the program, the more time and effort it takes for programmers to understand it. This emphasizes that keeping code concise, clear, and well-structured can reduce the time spent on understanding and maintaining it, ultimately making software development more efficient.