Fear of over-engineering has killed engineering altogether

Over the past two decades, there has been a shift in software engineering from rigorous planning to rapidly shipping products without much foresight. While agile methodologies have benefited the tech industry, there's a growing concern that the pendulum may have swung too far, leading to a disregard for basic engineering principles. The post emphasizes the importance of using simple tools like napkin math and Fermi problems for making informed decisions, ultimately saving time and resources. By sharing examples from the development of fika, the author illustrates how basic calculations can prevent costly mistakes and optimize development processes.