The most powerful mental models are hierarchical: simple at a high level, but highly precise when you need to zoom in.
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A side effect is that good APIs are modular and hierarchical -- they feel simple at a high level, but they are precise & expressive when you need it.
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Tools are a reflection of how to think about problems. Good tools are shaped by good mental models, and in turn, they shape the way of thinking of their users.
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Convention over configuration, then allowing all sorts of configuration (nested, hierarchically) IMHO, there's something more: declarative. I like configuration to be put as data, not as methods/functions It's easier to manipulate that way, with some exceptions
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Nice adaptation of
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Tools are a reflection of how problems are though. Any tool is shaped by good mental models the best are used and others are cast aside. Any tool made (good, bad) shapes the way of the thought of the user. This is why learning diff. tools/lang is best.
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How about the concept of aesthetics? How does it relate to good API design that manifests in great UX?
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