Am I a Cheater if I Copy Codes?
Or am I just being efficient?
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When you hear the term “code copying,” does it sound like a secret crime? Like a developer caught in the act, peeking at someone else’s homework? Well, let me spill the beans: I do it. And spoiler alert — I don’t think it’s cheating. Stick around, and I’ll explain why it’s more like being resourceful than rule-breaking.
Greetings from a Singaporean Dev!
First, let me introduce myself. I’m a freelance software developer based in Singapore. I’ve been in this game since the ‘90s — back when the internet sounded like a fax machine starting a rock band. These days, whether it’s building booking systems or mobile apps, my work is as much about speed and efficiency as it is about writing flawless code.
Now, let me confess: when I work on a project, I do what most developers do — I Google. A lot. You might think I’m some kind of “keyboard warrior,” hammering out code like a machine. The truth is, I’m often scavenging for answers online. And yes, I copy code. It’s not a dirty secret; it’s just part of the process.
