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The undo has to exist before the write does
The article outlines a new methodology for implementing change in software systems, emphasizing that the capacity to undo changes must exist prior to applying them. This approach seeks to ensure that changes are verifiable and retrievable, addressing potential failures in current systems. The author's findings, based on preliminary data from various tools, highlight the limitations of reverse capabilities in practical applications, pointing to a critical gap in development practices.
MonitorConfidence: MediumMid term horizon
Published 30 Aug 2026, 04:50 UTC9 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Proposes changes should be reversible before application.
- Focuses on accountability and verification in software systems.
- Highlights a low percentage of tools providing reversible change.
- Stresses the importance of proper identity and record-keeping.
- Suggests immediate action is necessary to improve systems.
Interesting facts
- Identities built to allow change can't be reverse-engineered directly.
- Only 13.8% of the surveyed change-capable tools provide inverse capabilities.
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