My Life in Politics: Easier Than Debugging Legacy Code

Synopsis

In 'My Life in Politics: Easier Than Debugging Legacy Code', Gohar Younas Malik pulls back the curtain, only to reveal it was probably made of cheap polyester anyway. This isn't your average, self-aggrandizing political memoir (mostly). It's an unfiltered look at how a person who thought debugging complex systems was hard somehow ended up in a profession where logic is optional and scalability means fitting more egos into one room. Malik recounts the 'personal sacrifices' (mostly sleep and his dwindling faith in humanity), the 'defining moments' (like realizing bureaucracy is a feature, not a bug), and the 'enduring principles' (like 'always have an exit strategy'). He candidly shares the 'realities of leadership', which often involve explaining basic concepts repeatedly, and the 'weight of responsibility', which feels suspiciously like carrying around a sack of wet cement. This is the story of a relentless pursuit – not just of a vision for change, but also of a quiet corner to scream into. Prepare for an account that's less 'inspirational journey' and more 'how did I get here and can I go back?'.