One Size Fits All
One Size Fits All is a software development approach that attempts to create a single solution intended to work for all users, contexts, or requirements without customization. It often involves designing generic systems or tools that aim to cover a broad range of use cases, typically at the expense of flexibility or optimization for specific scenarios. This methodology is commonly criticized in modern development for leading to bloated, inefficient, or user-unfriendly outcomes.
Developers might encounter or use this approach in legacy systems, off-the-shelf software, or early-stage prototypes where simplicity and broad applicability are prioritized over tailored solutions. It can be useful in contexts with limited resources or when targeting a mass market with homogeneous needs, but it is generally discouraged in favor of modular, configurable, or user-centric designs that better address diverse requirements.