Overcoupling
Overcoupling refers to a software design principle where components, modules, or classes in a system are excessively interconnected, leading to tight coupling between them. This occurs when elements are designed to be highly dependent on one another, often through direct dependencies, shared state, or rigid interfaces. While some coupling is inevitable in software development, overcoupling can introduce significant challenges, including reduced modularity, increased complexity, and diminished maintainability.
The primary issue with overcoupling is that changes to one component may require modifications across multiple
Identifying overcoupling often involves analyzing dependency graphs, where dense connections between modules signal potential problems. Refactoring
Overcoupling is particularly problematic in large-scale systems, where it can hinder collaboration among developers and slow