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Designing Angular and TypeScript APIs with EUHM: Easy to Use and Hard to Misuse
The “Easy to Use and Hard to Misuse” (EUHM) principle in software design is a guiding philosophy for crafting interfaces that are intuitive and foolproof. In the context of Angular and TypeScript, EUHM becomes an especially powerful tool, ensuring developers build applications that are resilient, maintainable, and user-friendly. Let’s explore how to leverage EUHM principles in Angular and TypeScript, using practical code examples and patterns to illustrate each concept.
5 min readNov 12, 2024
“The best programs are the ones that do one thing and do it well.” — Doug McIlroy
Key Takeaways
- Design with the User in Mind: Interfaces should anticipate common user behaviors and patterns.
- Craft Straightforward APIs: Simplify choices and ensure correct usage paths.
- Validate Early: Testing usability in the development phase can prevent significant issues later.
