No Conventions
No Conventions is a software development methodology that emphasizes minimal or no predefined rules, structures, or standards in coding and project organization. It advocates for flexibility and ad-hoc decision-making based on immediate needs, often as a reaction against rigid frameworks or conventions like those in Ruby on Rails or Angular. This approach prioritizes developer autonomy and situational adaptability over consistency and predictability.
Developers should consider No Conventions in small, experimental, or rapidly evolving projects where strict rules might hinder innovation or speed, such as prototyping, hackathons, or personal projects. It's useful when team members have diverse preferences or when integrating disparate technologies that don't align with standard conventions, allowing for tailored solutions without overhead. However, it's generally not recommended for large-scale, collaborative, or long-term projects due to risks of inconsistency and maintainability issues.