01Solve the actual problem
Understand the problem before choosing a solution, and avoid unnecessary complexity that adds cost without value.
02Reliability is a feature
A system should be dependable, observable, and maintainable — reliability is part of the product, not an afterthought.
03Security from the beginning
Security and data control are considered during design, not bolted on after launch.
04Automate where it matters
Automate repetitive operational work and prefer repeatable, reproducible systems over manual steps.
05Make systems observable
Logs, metrics, tracing, health checks, and useful operational signals are part of building the system.
06Build for evolution
Prefer architectures that can grow and change without unnecessary complexity or a forced rewrite.