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> The safest code is that which never runs. The most elegant feature is that which is not necessary.

Yes, but the most useless software is that which doesn't exist.

At some point, you actually do have to write some code and add some features, or else the most satisfied client is the one who hired your competitor.

They're talking about art and you're bringing it back to capital. I think this is very telling of our time.
> They're talking about art

They are not. Quote: "The safest code is that which never runs. The most elegant feature is that which is not necessary."

> you're bringing it back to capital.

I am not. I'm talking about satisfying customer requirements, not about capital.

I think you've replied to the wrong comment. Either that, or your reading comprehension needs some work.