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The document discusses the Clean Architecture design philosophy, which aims to create maintainable, scalable, and testable software systems independent of external dependencies. It raises the question of whether the complexity and structure required by Clean Architecture may lead to overengineering, particularly in the early stages of a project. The analysis aims to help developers and architects understand the trade-offs involved in adopting this architectural approach.

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The document discusses the Clean Architecture design philosophy, which aims to create maintainable, scalable, and testable software systems independent of external dependencies. It raises the question of whether the complexity and structure required by Clean Architecture may lead to overengineering, particularly in the early stages of a project. The analysis aims to help developers and architects understand the trade-offs involved in adopting this architectural approach.

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Is Clean Architecture Overengineering?

A Balanced Analysis

I. Introduction: The Clean Architecture Debate


Setting the Context: In the dynamic landscape of software development, architectural patterns
guide the structuring of applications to achieve desired qualities. Among the prominent modern
approaches is Clean Architecture, a software design philosophy popularized by Robert C.
Martin.1 Its central aim is ambitious yet crucial: to create software systems that are inherently
maintainable, scalable, testable, and crucially, independent of external technological
dependencies like frameworks, databases, or user interfaces.2 This independence is pursued to
enhance flexibility and longevity, allowing systems to adapt gracefully over time.2

The Core Question: Despite its laudable goals, Clean Architecture frequently sparks debate,
centering on a critical question: Does the rigorous pursuit of these architectural ideals
inadvertently lead to unnecessary complexity and "overengineering"? This concern often arises
from the perception of Clean Architecture involving multiple distinct layers, numerous
abstractions (like interfaces), and a strict set of rules governing their interaction, which can
seem daunting, particularly in the initial stages of a project.12
Target Audience Relevance: The question of whether Clean Architecture is overkill resonates
deeply within the software development community. Developers, architects, and technical
leaders constantly grapple with choosing the right architectural approach. Making an informed
decision requires understanding the trade-offs between upfront investment in structure and the
long-term implications for maintenance, testing, and adaptability. This analysis seeks to clarify
these trade-offs, providing a foundation for pragmatic architectural

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