A software engineer explains their decision to stay on Substack for blogging, prioritizing community engagement and reducing writing friction over platform controversies.
Simon Willison critiques the trend of developers submitting untested, AI-generated code, arguing it shifts the burden of real work to reviewers.
Argues that software engineers must prove their code works through manual and automated testing, not just rely on AI tools and code reviews.
A podcast episode discussing the optimistic and pessimistic impacts of AI on software development and testing, including productivity gains and industry risks.
A proposal for a 'No Maintenance Month' in December for underfunded open-source projects to highlight the need for sustainable funding.
The Critter Stack team outlines their 2026 development roadmap, focusing on the Critter Watch monitoring tool, documentation, and performance optimizations.
Martin Fowler's link blog covers mainframe modernization, AI code review challenges, and building disposable web apps with LLMs.
Martin Fowler explains his shift from Twitter to 'fragments' posts on his blog for sharing short tech thoughts and links.
Kent Beck discusses how AI coding assistants accelerate learning for junior developers, improving their productivity and making them better hires.
Obie Fernandez reflects on AI coding agents shifting developer focus from writing code to decision-making and intent.
A developer reflects on the boredom of AI-driven 'vibe coding' and why they still prefer hands-on programming for the joy and learning it provides.
A guide to recognizing and managing personal bias in technical decision-making, focusing on objective data and open-minded discussions.
A monthly retrospective on writing a book about effective writing for software developers, covering progress, goals, and metrics.
Explores the power of simplicity and minimalism in technology, design, and life, arguing for intentional subtraction over addition.
AI is predicted to bring formal verification tools like Dafny and Verus into mainstream use, aided by LLMs making them more accessible.
Bryan Cantrill discusses applying Large Language Models (LLMs) at Oxide, evaluating them against the company's core values.
Tips from David Crespo on effectively using Claude Code for understanding codebases and automating tedious coding tasks.
Introduces the ABCD framework for giving and receiving effective feedback on technical work like blog posts, tutorials, and projects.
A blog post discussing the importance of speed in technology and work, referencing Daniel Lemire's insights on avoiding obsolescence.
Explains the value of Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) for documenting technical choices and fostering a collaborative engineering culture.
