Paul Armstrong • 8/14/2023

The line between writing functions yourself and using open source modules

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This article explores the critical decision developers face between writing their own functions and relying on open-source modules. It discusses considerations like maintenance burden, team capability, bundle size impact, and the risks of dependency on external packages, using examples like the 'left-pad incident' and the floating-ui library.

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