Apr 23, 2026

It Ain't Broke: Why Software Fundamentals Matter More Than Ever — Matt Pocock, AI Hero @mattpocockuk

AI coding tools are powerful but can quickly create unmanageable code if used without discipline. Matt Pocock argues that success with AI in software development comes not from delegating everything, but from applying decades-old engineering fundamentals like TDD, Domain-Driven Design, and creating deep, testable modules. The developer's role shifts from a tactical coder to a strategic system designer.

Feb 27, 2026

SW Design, Architecture & Clarity at Scale • Sam Newman, Jacqui Read & Simon Rohrer

Experts Sam Newman, Jacqui Read, and Simon Rohrer explore the nuances of software design, its intersection with architecture, and the critical role of communication in scaling technical clarity. The discussion covers practical advice on implementing Architectural Decision Records (ADRs), the evolving role of the architect as a facilitator, and strategies for creating agile enterprise architectures.

Feb 13, 2026

Clean Architecture with Python • Sam Keen & Max Kirchoff

Sam Keen, author of 'Clean Architecture with Python', discusses with Max Kirchoff how to pragmatically apply architectural principles to Python. They explore the critical link between architecture and testability, thoughtful dependency management through layered design, and how these principles enhance modern AI-assisted coding workflows by providing clear structure and scope.

Jan 22, 2026

Effect Oriented Programming • Bill Frasure, Bruce Eckel, James Ward & Andrew Harmel-Law • GOTO 2026

Authors Bill Frasure, Bruce Eckel, and James Ward discuss the core concepts of Effect-Oriented Programming. They explain how effects are composable operations that encapsulate side effects and defer execution, allowing developers to manage unpredictability with compiler-checked types. The conversation covers ZIO, the expansion of effect systems into languages like TypeScript and Kotlin, and their unique, constraint-driven writing process.

Jan 21, 2026

SW Design, Architecture & Clarity at Scale • Sam Newman, Jacqui Read & Simon Rohrer • GOTO 2025

A panel discussion with Sam Newman, Jacqui Read, and Simon Rohrer exploring the intersection of software design and architecture. The conversation delves into the critical role of communication, the practical application of Architecture Decision Records (ADRs), strategies for bridging the gap between architects and developers, and modern approaches to standardization through platform engineering and creating agile enterprise architectures.

Jan 09, 2026

Java Generics and Collections • Maurice Naftalin & Stuart Marks

Maurice Naftalin and Stuart Marks discuss the second edition of "Java Generics and Collections," 19 years after the first. They explore the evolution of Java from version 5 to 25, focusing on major shifts like the move toward immutability, the introduction of sequenced collections and streams, and the critical design principles of collection encapsulation. The conversation delves into the anemic domain model anti-pattern, the controversial `UnsupportedOperationException`, and the framework's inconsistent null handling, reflecting on decades of experience with the Java Collections Framework.