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When to build a tool instead of buying one

The choice is usually about control, maintenance and the cost of the problem, not enthusiasm for coding.

The question

What makes a bespoke tool worthwhile?

Where I'd start

Assess repeated pain, ownership, integrations and long-term upkeep before making the build decision.

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