YAGRI (You are gonna read it) advises against minimal data storage, suggesting engineers proactively store likely useful metadata (e.g., timestamps, user actions) to aid debugging and analytics. Commonly overlooked fields include created/updated/deleted timestamps and user permissions. While not every field may be useful, having extra data can be invaluable, especially when issues arise. Balancing data storage is crucial; too much logging is unnecessary, but sufficient data tracking enhances project integrity.
YAGRI: You Are Gonna Read It
