Quick Definition:
Refactoring is the process of restructuring existing computer code—changing the factoring—without changing its external behavior. It’s about improving the internal structure of the code to make it more maintainable and easier to understand.
Why Refactor?
- Improve Maintainability: Clean code is easier and cheaper to maintain over time.
- Reduce Technical Debt: Refactoring is the primary way to “pay down” technical debt.
- Improve Performance: Refactoring can often lead to faster and more efficient code.
- Increase Team Morale: Developers are happier and more productive when working with clean code.
The PM’s Role
PMs must advocate for refactoring and ensure that the team has the time and resources to do it regularly, rather than just focusing on new features.
