Software architecture

Sep 02, 2025

Beyond the Cloud: The Local-First Software Revolution • Brooklyn Zelenka & Julian Wood

Distributed systems researcher Brooklyn Zelenka introduces local-first computing, a new paradigm where apps run on user devices, synchronizing via CRDTs like Automerge. This approach offers offline functionality, low latency, and enhanced privacy, ideal for collaborative "cozy web" applications and democratizing development by simplifying the tech stack.

Aug 15, 2025

Balancing Coupling in Software Design • Vlad Khononov & Sheen Brisals

Author Vlad Khononov discusses his book "Balancing Coupling in Software Design," explaining how a failed microservices project led him to rediscover timeless design principles from the 1970s. He explores the concepts of local vs. global complexity, the role of modularity as an antidote to complexity, and how managing coupling is crucial for building maintainable systems in any architectural style, from monoliths to cloud-native applications.