Choosing the Simplest Tool That Solves the Problem

One habit I’ve tried to build as a developer is asking:

“What’s the simplest thing that solves this?”

If the task is:

• converting values
• checking formats
• validating assumptions

Then the simplest thing is often not a framework, plugin, or package.

In those moments, a static utility page or reference is enough.
I’ve found that keeping a few lightweight pages bookmarked saves time, especially when switching contexts frequently.

For example, for quick unit conversion checks, I sometimes refer to
https://mmtocm.net

before continuing with implementation.

It’s not about minimalism for its own sake — just efficiency.