Unix Philosophy
Design philosophy for software emphasizing simplicity, modularity, and composability. Core principles: make each program do one thing well; expect program output to become another's input; design for modularity and textual interfaces. The philosophy values simplicity over complexity, composition over monoliths. "Worse is better" variant prioritizes simplicity of implementation. Unix philosophy influenced open source, microservices, and command-line tools. Critics note limitations for GUI applications and user-friendliness. The philosophy represents minimalist, tool-oriented approach to software design with lasting influence on development culture.
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