Create A Real Fix

Quick fixes are tempting, but true engineering excellence comes from addressing the real problem. Here are the core points from the lesson:

• A surface-level fix, like returning null to avoid an exception, hides the real issue and often leads to worse problems later
• Always stress-test your fix, check nearby features, and invite feedback instead of hoping a band-aid fix is “good enough”
• If you must land a short-term patch, clearly document it and create a task for a proper fix to maintain team trust
• Use the “Five Whys” method to dig deep into the root cause rather than stopping at the first obvious error