Ad Hoc Rules
Ad hoc rules are temporary, situation-specific guidelines or procedures created to address immediate needs or unique circumstances without following a formal, standardized process. They are often implemented quickly in response to unexpected problems, one-off scenarios, or when existing systems are insufficient. In software development, this can involve custom logic, quick fixes, or manual overrides that are not part of the core design.
Developers should learn about ad hoc rules to handle edge cases, rapid prototyping, or emergency fixes where formal processes would be too slow or impractical. They are useful in debugging, data migration, or when dealing with legacy systems that lack proper documentation, but should be used sparingly as they can lead to technical debt and maintenance issues if not properly documented or integrated.