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Not Invented Here Syndrome

Not-Invented-Here Syndrome

Feb 10, 20261 min read

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Not-Invented-Here Syndrome

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Rejecting external solutions in favor of building custom replacements, even when existing solutions are adequate. Leads to maintenance burden, wheel reinvention, and slower delivery. Often driven by pride or distrust of external code.

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  • Build vs Buy (framework to counter NIH)
  • Resume-Driven Development (related motivation)

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