Explore the reasons behind the scarcity of clean code in software development through this thought-provoking conference talk from C++ on Sea 2023. Delve into common misconceptions about why clean code isn't prevalent, challenging the tendency to blame project managers or junior developers. Discover the importance of taking personal responsibility and advocating for better coding practices. Learn strategies for educating stakeholders about technical debt, improving code quality, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Understand the potential long-term consequences of neglecting clean code principles and gain insights on how to drive positive change in your development team and organization.