Decision-making and biases
By now, it should be clear why it is important to spend most of our time understanding the problem instead of finding a solution, and now we can delve into the last aspect of handling complexity. This includes cognitive aspects of decision-making and how biases can impact the process, especially in the context of refactoring complex systems using DDD patterns and principles. Understanding these cognitive processes will help you make more informed and rational decisions during your refactoring journey.
Understanding System 1 and System 2
Daniel Kahneman, a renowned psychologist and Nobel laureate, introduced the concept of two systems of thinking in his book Thinking, Fast and Slow. These systems are fundamental to understanding human decision-making processes and are called System 1 and System 2.
System 1 is efficient for routine tasks and familiar situations but can be prone to biases and errors when dealing with complex or unfamiliar problems...
