I Miss Tabs vs Spaces… And Other AI Musings
A developer reflects on the shift from classic programming debates to pervasive AI discussions, exploring its practical use, ethical concerns, and impact on the developer community.
A developer reflects on the shift from classic programming debates to pervasive AI discussions, exploring its practical use, ethical concerns, and impact on the developer community.
A developer's perspective on how most users interact with open-source software, focusing on practical usage over deep engagement.
A tech professional explains why they refuse to provide references for strangers, arguing it's unethical to vouch for people they don't know.
Engineering leaders must prepare their teams for AI's impact on software development careers, focusing on skills and expectations.
A Thoughtworks engineer explores the nuanced risk assessment required when using AI to generate code, moving beyond a simple 'good or bad' debate.
Explores how Python's readable, English-like syntax reflects a philosophy of programming that reduces cognitive load and shapes computational thinking.
A web developer shares the hidden challenges of remote work, from blurred home/work boundaries to isolation and the need for a proper setup.
Author seeks advice from experienced software buyers for a new 'Observability Governance' section in the upcoming second edition of 'Observability Engineering'.
Argues that LLMs serve as a baseline for developer tools, not replacements, due to their general but non-specialized capabilities.
A developer's evolving code methodology for using if/else vs separate if statements based on whether the logic fits on one screen.
Explores the extreme challenges of developing large-scale systems software, using Oxide's software update project as a case study.
Critiques the anti-AI movement's purely negative stance, arguing it undermines credibility and suggests more constructive criticism.
A developer's opinionated review of Java 25's new features, JEPs, and its status as an LTS release, highlighting key improvements.
Delphi Tools Manager 1.0.4 released, adding support for Delphi versions 6 through 13, including the latest IDE versions.
Announcement of GExperts 1.3.26 beta release for Delphi 13 IDE, including download link and compatibility notes.
Microsoft announces Visual Studio 2026 Public Preview with performance improvements, new features, and the new Insiders channel.
Introducing Claude Code Anonymous, a global meetup for developers to discuss AI coding tools and agentic engineering in a casual, social setting.
A team's experience and technical approach to solving the ICFP Contest 2025 programming challenge, focusing on graph exploration.
A defense of systematic AI evaluation (evals) in development, arguing they are essential for measuring application quality and improving models.
A tech leader shares lessons on scaling engineering teams 3x in a year, focusing on communication, delegation, and navigating uncertainty in a high-growth startup.