
The Fallacy of 'Always Use a Package Manager': When Manual Management Wins
Picture this: you’re adding left-pad to your project, and suddenly you’re downloading half the internet just to pad a string. Package managers automate dependency management like a butler fetching your slippers – convenient until they bring the wrong pair and set your house on fire. While tools like npm and pip are revolutionary, the dogma of “always use a package manager” deserves a fiery takedown. Let’s explore when rolling up your sleeves beats automation....