<ul><li>Inheriting an overly-commented JavaScript codebase that was more like a manual than a module led to the realization that writing comments is an art, not a chore.</li><li>Comments should be seen as tools of communication, not decoration, to truly understand the code.</li><li>The article provides war stories and practical advice on writing comments effectively beyond a purist doctrine.</li><li>Understanding the purpose of comments can help improve code quality and readability.</li></ul>

Bad Comments Kill Good Code, And Here’s How to Write Ones That Don’t

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