The example that the other commenter gave did not require the user to input the flags. As far as I understand, they mean there would be a number of secondary functions that will call the other with the correct parameter.

What pattern should be used instead?

I don’t mean to question the sincerity of your post when I ask this. Did you use a LLM, like chatgpt, to edit/phrase your question? This style of writing is also used by humans, so I absolutely could be wrong. I am just checking my AI detection calibration.

Instead you are a choose-your-own-adventure author

I really can’t tell if this is satire? It has to be, right?

2. I dont think theyre worried, they seem to value informed decisions
3. again, true, but a bit of foresight can save hassle