Ask HN: Do you use diagrams while developing software?
I realized the other day that I don't use diagrams while developing software very often and was considering using them more often. Do other people find them useful and how do you use them? Which types of diagrams do you use and how formal are you about using them? (UML, data flow diagrams, sequence diagrams, unstructured flowcharts, etc.)
When I've seen other people's diagrams they can sometimes be incredibly helpful and sometimes be completely unhelpful. I've also heard of strict diagram creation requirements actively hindering projects. If you do use diagrams, how do you use them effectively and avoid problems?
When I've seen other people's diagrams they can sometimes be incredibly helpful and sometimes be completely unhelpful. I've also heard of strict diagram creation requirements actively hindering projects. If you do use diagrams, how do you use them effectively and avoid problems?