Verschlimmbesserung: The Word Your Software Updates Need
Summary
An opinion piece introducing Verschlimmbesserung, a German term for an attempted software update that worsens outcomes, and arguing we should name and track this phenomenon in software engineering. The author links it to how point-release metrics incentivize churn over meaningful improvements, and advocates stability and deliberate shipping discipline. The piece also cites Goldratt on measurement and behavior and suggests a shift toward value-focused development.