Ad Hoc Practices
Ad hoc practices refer to improvised, unstructured, or temporary approaches to problem-solving in software development, often implemented without formal planning or adherence to established methodologies. These practices are typically reactive, addressing immediate needs or issues as they arise, rather than following a predefined process. While they can provide quick fixes, they often lack scalability, documentation, and long-term maintainability.
Developers might use ad hoc practices in situations requiring rapid prototyping, emergency bug fixes, or when working under tight deadlines with limited resources. However, they should be cautious as over-reliance can lead to technical debt, inconsistent code quality, and difficulties in team collaboration. It's generally recommended to transition to more structured methodologies like Agile or DevOps for sustainable projects.