Suckless Developer Interview: Does Breathing Fit the Philosophy?

Interviewer:

What's the most important thing you learned from working at Suckless?

Developer:

I think the key takeaway was the importance of simplicity. In our world, complexity is often seen as progress, but true innovation comes from stripping away unnecessary parts.

When we designed our tools, we didn't just want them to do what we wanted; we wanted them to do it in a way that felt natural. That's where breathing becomes relevant.

There's a philosophy behind every tool. And when something feels right, it's usually because it's been through a process of refinement, not just being pushed to work harder.