“More testing should be done automatically. It's important to note that by "automatically" we meant that the test /results/ are interpreted automatically as well.”

“...maintaining good regression tests is the key to refactoring with confidence.”

“In addition, build dependencies may not be the same as test dependencies, and you may need separate hierarchies.”

“Just be aware that you reach a point of diminishing, or even negative, returns as the specifications get more and more detailed.”

“Don't be a slave to history. Don't let existing code dictate future code. All code can be replaced if it is no longer appropriate. Even within one program, don't let what you've already done constrain what you do next -- be ready to refactor... This decision may impact the project schedule. The assumption is that the impact will be less than the cost of /not/ making the change.”

“Don't gloss over a routine or piece of code involved in the bug because you "know" it works. Prove it. Prove it in this context, with this data, with these boundary conditions.”

“Providing a comfortable transition through familiar metaphors is one way to help get buy-in.”