From Dough to Deploy: Using Software Development Principles to Perfect My Sourdough Starter 🍞💻
Turns out, baking sourdough isn't just about flour and water. It's about iteration, feedback loops, and a healthy dose of patience – all principles I've learned in my software development career.
My sourdough journey has been a fascinating experiment in applying agile methodologies to the kitchen.
Here's how I've been using software development principles to perfect my starter:
- Iterative Development: Each batch is a sprint, with adjustments made based on the previous bake's results.
- Continuous Integration: Regular feeding and monitoring ensure the starter stays healthy and consistent.
- Testing and Feedback: The "sniff test" and "float test" provide crucial feedback on the starter's activity.
- Version Control: Documenting each batch's recipe and results helps track progress and identify patterns.
The result? A delicious, bubbly sourdough that's consistently perfect.
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