What goals should be set for oneself when developing software code?

When developing software code, the following goals should be set:

• Readability: the code should be understandable to other developers and yourself in the future.
• Maintainability: easy to make changes and fix errors.
• Correctness: the code should perform the intended task without errors.
• Efficiency: optimal use of resources (memory, execution time).
• Modularity: dividing code into independent parts for reuse.
• Testability: the ability to easily write and run tests to verify the code.

For example, when writing a function in Python, it is advisable to use clear variable names, avoid excessive complexity, and document the logic to facilitate understanding and maintenance.