During the meeting, the participants discussed the process of building a finance app and the challenges involved in simplifying complex calculations. They highlighted the importance of separating concerns and breaking down complex tasks into smaller functions. They also emphasized the need to avoid unnecessary database calls and instead pass data as JSON objects to reduce complexity and improve performance. Additionally, the participants recommended considering the use of group identifiers to manage related data more effectively. They also touched on the concept of pure functions and the benefits of structuring calculations and analysis separate from data retrieval. Finally, they suggested reading "The Goal" by Eliyahu Goldratt for further insights into managing complex systems and improving efficiency.
(Source: Office Hours 7/28/2023 )
