> Having the code compile means everything type checks and is not worthless. That's a huge constraint on valid programs.

In a business settings, what usually matter is getting something into prod and not have bug reports thrown back. And a maintainable code that is not riddled down with debts.

Compiled code is as basic as steering left and right for a F1 driver. Having the tests pass is like driving the car at slow speed and completing a lap with no other cars around. If you're struggling to do that, then you're still in the beginner phase and not a professional. The real deal is getting a change request from Product and and getting it to Production.