Company
Date Published
Author
Martin Goodwell
Word count
381
Language
American English
Hacker News points
None

Summary

The text humorously draws parallels between Star Wars concepts and software development practices, specifically critiquing the convention of naming Java classes with an "Impl" suffix. It argues that using "Impl" in class names, such as "InputHandlerImpl," is limiting, akin to the Sith philosophy of having only one master and one apprentice, as it suggests there should be only one implementation for an interface. Instead, it advocates for more descriptive naming conventions, like "DefaultInputHandler" or "HttpInputHandler," which reflect the class's purpose or context, allowing for multiple implementations and providing clarity about the code's functionality. This approach aligns with the inclusive and diverse nature of the Jedi philosophy, encouraging developers to embrace a variety of implementations and learn from them. The text ultimately promotes the adoption of thoughtful and descriptive class naming to enhance understanding and flexibility in software development.