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Do Not Optimize Code

It is important to optimize code only after completing all essential stages of software development. Changing requirements, focusing on functionality, testing, and the risk of over-optimization are some key reasons for this. By doing so, we can ensure the software meets requirements, performs optimally, and is easier to maintain and modify.

If we optimize the code at the first stage of software development, we may end up wasting time and resources on features that may change or be removed later due to changing requirements. Additionally, optimized code can be more difficult to test and debug, making it harder to identify and resolve errors. There is also a risk of over-optimization, which can lead to issues with maintainability, complexity, and performance. Therefore, it is important to complete all essential stages of software development before optimizing the code.

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