Data and its structure are what really matter
Languages and tools are born and die. Data remains. Caring about its structure from the start is an investment in durability.
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Technologies evolve. Languages and tools die and are reborn. But data remains — and above all its structure.
Why it deserves so much care
When I was developing, I spent a lot of time getting the data structure right. Why? Because data poorly designed today becomes debt tomorrow.
I’ve seen systems built in a rush. The price is paid later, when it’s time to migrate or evolve the model. Conversely, a solid structure from the outset means durability, flexibility and real long-term value.
A foundation for those who follow
Data structure is where the effort should go. Because one day, another team will rebuild the system with new technologies. And they’ll be grateful that the foundation is solid and well thought out.
Tech comes and goes. Data and its structure stay.