Success attracts plug-ins.
Each plug-in adds new features to the successful one.
Some enhance performance, most distract from performance. It is difficult to know which is which at the start, as all plug-ins are marketed as logical next steps.
A wise decision is always to reduce the number of plug-ins you allow in to a maximum of one at a time, and then you test value addition. If it enhances performance, no need to add on more plug-ins for a while. If it distracts from performance, unplug quickly, and reassess your criteria for choosing plug-ins.
We must always remember that plugins are there as an alternative feature to enhance function, not an absolute feature to replace function.
I know of one too many great artists whose plug-ins distracted from their craft. But for the brilliance in their craft, the plugins almost moved from being an optional feature to a permanent deleterious function.
I have also learnt that plugins are not as optional as might be assumed, and that the limiting features people add-on, are only accentuated in order of their greatness.
Pay attention to the plug-ins on your journey.
– Osasu Oviawe