Solving complex problems with software is, unsurprisingly, complex in itself. But what can we do about it? We weigh up the pros and cons of microservices, containers and external libraries as we analyse whether we're guilty of exchanging short-term convenience for long-term headaches. Plus, there's a bonus mini-discussion during The Stand-Up about knowing when to change roles and how to negotiate salary changes.
In a busy work week, there are plenty of extra-curricular distractions too, as Neil has Star Trek frustrations, Sanj finds an excuse to not shave, and Gwen makes the quickest ever U-turn on buying a piece of tech.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Start
01:09 The Stand-Up
07:18 Social Engineering
13:14 This Week's Epic
23:27 News Bytes
31:31 The Wash Up
LINKS MENTIONED THIS WEEK:
YouTube: Home Sweet Home Alone trailer
InfoWorld: Complexity is killing software developers
YouTube: Sam Newman & Martin Fowler - When To Use Microservices (And When Not To)
The Verge: Microsoft Teams enters the metaverse race with 3D avatars and immersive meetings
Wired: These Parents Built a School App. Then the City Called the Cops
YouTube: Martin Sumner - Replacing the big NHS computer
BBC News: Twitter poll calls on Elon Musk to sell 10% stake in Tesla
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