The Engineering Room with Dave Farley

In this episode of The Engineering Room, Dave Farley speaks with Holly Cummins, Senior Principal Software Engineer at Red Hat, about the evolving landscape of software development. They explore whether programming is getting harder, discussing how abstraction levels have changed while core problem-solving skills remain essential. Holly shares insights on AI's role in different programming contexts and the challenges of maintaining simplicity in modern software development. The conversation covers platform design principles, mechanical sympathy in programming, and the surprising benefits of garbage collection in Java. Holly explains how her journey from physics to software engineering was driven by a natural inclination to turn problems into programming challenges. They discuss the importance of fun and playfulness in software development teams as indicators of project health and creativity. The episode concludes with Holly explaining Quarkus, a Java framework that challenges traditional assumptions about runtime dynamics to deliver improved performance and developer experience. Sponsored by Equal Experts. ----------- X (Formerly ''Twitter'') Holly Cummins: https://twitter.com/holly_cummins?lang=en [https://twitter.com/holly_cummins?lang=en] LinkedIn Holly Cummins: linkedin.com/in/holly-k-cummins [http://linkedin.com/in/holly-k-cummins] Website Holly Cummins: https://hollycummins.com/ [https://hollycummins.com/] Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/continuousdelivery [https://www.patreon.com/continuousdelivery] 📖 Dave’s NEW BOOK "Modern Software Engineering" is available as paperback, or kindle here ➡️ https://amzn.to/3DwdwT3 [https://amzn.to/3DwdwT3] and NOW as an AUDIOBOOK available on iTunes, Amazon and Audible. 📖 The original, award-winning "Continuous Delivery" book by Dave Farley and Jez Humble ➡️ https://amzn.to/2WxRYmx [https://amzn.to/2WxRYmx] 📖 "Continuous Delivery Pipelines" by Dave Farley Paperback ➡️ https://amzn.to/3gIULlA [https://amzn.to/3gIULlA] ebook version ➡️ https://leanpub.com/cd-pipelines [https://leanpub.com/cd-pipelines] Equal Experts is a product software development consultancy with a network of over 1,000 experienced technology consultants globally. They increase the pace of innovation by using modern software engineering practices that embrace Continuous Delivery, Security, and Operability from the outset ➡️ https://bit.ly/3ASy8n0 [https://bit.ly/3ASy8n0]

In this insightful episode of "The Engineering Room," join us as we explore the world of software engineering with James Lewis, a prominent figure in microservices and software architecture. Explore the origins and evolution of microservices, the importance of domain boundaries, and the distinction between microservices and distributed monoliths. Discover how generative science and engineering principles can innovate software development, enhancing team efficiency and user experiences. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an expert on building systems and enhancing organizational scalability.This conversation is a must-watch for anyone interested in software innovation and agile development practices. ---- LinkedIn James Lewis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-lewis-microservices/?originalSubdomain=uk [https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-lewis-microservices/?originalSubdomain=uk] X (Formerly ''Twitter'') James Lewis: https://twitter.com/boicy [https://twitter.com/boicy] Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/continuousdelivery [https://www.patreon.com/continuousdelivery] 📖 Dave’s NEW BOOK "Modern Software Engineering" is available as paperback, or kindle here ➡️ https://amzn.to/3DwdwT3 [https://amzn.to/3DwdwT3] and NOW as an AUDIOBOOK available on iTunes, Amazon and Audible. 📖 The original, award-winning "Continuous Delivery" book by Dave Farley and Jez Humble ➡️ https://amzn.to/2WxRYmx [https://amzn.to/2WxRYmx] 📖 "Continuous Delivery Pipelines" by Dave Farley Paperback ➡️ https://amzn.to/3gIULlA [https://amzn.to/3gIULlA] ebook version ➡️ https://leanpub.com/cd-pipelines [https://leanpub.com/cd-pipelines] Equal Experts is a product software development consultancy with a network of over 1,000 experienced technology consultants globally. They increase the pace of innovation by using modern software engineering practices that embrace Continuous Delivery, Security, and Operability from the outset ➡️ https://bit.ly/3ASy8n0 [https://bit.ly/3ASy8n0]

Join us in the latest episode of "The Engineering Room," a monthly series featuring long-form discussions with influential figures in software development. In this episode, Dave talks with Dragan Stepanović, a principal engineer renowned for his efforts to evolve engineering cultures and eliminate bottlenecks. Dragan shares his journey in extreme programming (XP), emphasizing its profound impact on building collaborative and efficient teams. He dives into his fascinating research on pull requests, where he analyzed over 40,000 pull requests to uncover patterns in code review processes. If you're passionate about enhancing your software development practices through proven methodologies, this discussion is a must-watch. Remember, only our Patreon supporters get access to the full video episodes of The Engineering Room - thank you for all your support! ---- Dragan on X/Twitter - https://x.com/d_stepanovic?lang=en [https://x.com/d_stepanovic?lang=en] Dragan’s Blog Posts - https://dragan-stepanovic.github.io/ [https://dragan-stepanovic.github.io/] Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/continuousdelivery [https://www.patreon.com/continuousdelivery] 📖 Dave’s NEW BOOK "Modern Software Engineering" is available as paperback, or kindle here ➡️ https://amzn.to/3DwdwT3 [https://amzn.to/3DwdwT3] and NOW as an AUDIOBOOK available on iTunes, Amazon and Audible. 📖 The original, award-winning "Continuous Delivery" book by Dave Farley and Jez Humble ➡️ https://amzn.to/2WxRYmx [https://amzn.to/2WxRYmx] 📖 "Continuous Delivery Pipelines" by Dave Farley Paperback ➡️ https://amzn.to/3gIULlA [https://amzn.to/3gIULlA] ebook version ➡️ https://leanpub.com/cd-pipelines [https://leanpub.com/cd-pipelines] Equal Experts is a product software development consultancy with a network of over 1,000 experienced technology consultants globally. They increase the pace of innovation by using modern software engineering practices that embrace Continuous Delivery, Security, and Operability from the outset ➡️ https://bit.ly/3ASy8n0 [https://bit.ly/3ASy8n0]

Join us in this episode of "The Engineering Room" as Dave explores the intricate relationship between continuous delivery, automated testing, and agile software development in the gaming industry. Dave's special guest, Henry Golding, shares his extensive experience as an engineering leader and consultant, with a background in pioneering continuous delivery on projects like Microsoft's "Sea of Thieves" and "Minecraft," Henry provides valuable insights into overcoming perceived barriers to adopting continuous delivery. We delve into the practical challenges of implementing automated testing in games, the cultural shifts required, and how to make testing an integral part of the development process. Henry's approach to easing adoption, involving developers, and gaining support from leadership offers a roadmap for teams aiming to restructure their development processes for better efficiency and higher quality output. Whether you are an industry professional or just curious about modern software development practices, this episode is packed with expert advice and real-world examples on sustainable delivery of high-quality software. Remember, only our Patreon supporters get access to the full video episodes of The Engineering Room, so if you haven’t already, consider joining our community to get exclusive content and support our work! --- Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/continuousdelivery [https://www.patreon.com/continuousdelivery] Henry Golding LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hgolding/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/hgolding/] Join the Continuous Delivery community and access extra perks & content! ➡️ https://bit.ly/ContinuousDeliveryPatreon [https://bit.ly/ContinuousDeliveryPatreon] 📖 Dave’s NEW BOOK "Modern Software Engineering" is available as paperback, or kindle here ➡️ https://amzn.to/3DwdwT3 [https://amzn.to/3DwdwT3] and NOW as an AUDIOBOOK available on iTunes, Amazon and Audible. 📖 The original, award-winning "Continuous Delivery" book by Dave Farley and Jez Humble ➡️ https://amzn.to/2WxRYmx [https://amzn.to/2WxRYmx] 📖 "Continuous Delivery Pipelines" by Dave Farley Paperback ➡️ https://amzn.to/3gIULlA [https://amzn.to/3gIULlA] ebook version ➡️ https://leanpub.com/cd-pipelines [https://leanpub.com/cd-pipelines] Equal Experts is a product software development consultancy with a network of over 1,000 experienced technology consultants globally. They increase the pace of innovation by using modern software engineering practices that embrace Continuous Delivery, Security, and Operability from the outset ➡️ https://bit.ly/3ASy8n0 [https://bit.ly/3ASy8n0]

Welcome Gary Gruver in this episode of The Engineering Room! Gary is an experienced executive and consultant known for transforming software development and delivery processes in large organisations. He discusses his journey, starting with his impactful work as the R&D director for the HP LaserJet firmware team, where he led productivity improvements of 2-3 times, and later as an independent consultant, speaker, and author. Join Dave Farley and Gary Gruver for a deep dive into the practical and philosophical aspects of software engineering, leadership, and the future of AI in the industry. Listen to the full episode to gain valuable insights and actionable strategies for improving software development and delivery in your organisation. Don't forget to check out the links for more resources and Gary's latest book, "Engineering the Digital Transformation.” ~~~~ Gary Gruver Consulting [https://garygruver.com/] ➡️ https://garygruver.com/ [https://garygruver.com/] Leading Large Software Organizations: [https://garygruver.com/docs/whitepapers/Leading-Large-Software-Organizations.pdf] ➡️ https://garygruver.com/docs/whitepapers/Leading-Large-Software-Organizations.pdf [https://garygruver.com/docs/whitepapers/Leading-Large-Software-Organizations.pdf] A Practical Approach to Large-Scale Agile Development: How HP Transformed LaserJet FutureSmart Firmware (Agile Software Development) ➡️ https://amzn.to/2YgZ7ss [https://amzn.to/2YgZ7ss] Leading the Transformation: Applying Agile and DevOps Principles at Scale ➡️ https://amzn.to/3VSVOUP [https://amzn.to/3VSVOUP] Engineering The Digital Transformation ➡️ https://www.amazon.co.uk/Engineering-Digital-Transformation-Gary-Gruver/dp/1543975267 [https://www.amazon.co.uk/Engineering-Digital-Transformation-Gary-Gruver/dp/1543975267] Join the Continuous Delivery community and access extra perks & content! ➡️ https://bit.ly/ContinuousDeliveryPatreon [https://bit.ly/ContinuousDeliveryPatreon] 📖 Dave’s NEW BOOK "Modern Software Engineering" is available as paperback, or kindle here ➡️ https://amzn.to/3DwdwT3 [https://amzn.to/3DwdwT3] and NOW as an AUDIOBOOK available on iTunes, Amazon and Audible. 📖 The original, award-winning "Continuous Delivery" book by Dave Farley and Jez Humble ➡️ https://amzn.to/2WxRYmx [https://amzn.to/2WxRYmx] 📖 "Continuous Delivery Pipelines" by Dave Farley Paperback ➡️ https://amzn.to/3gIULlA [https://amzn.to/3gIULlA] ebook version ➡️ https://leanpub.com/cd-pipelines [https://leanpub.com/cd-pipelines] Equal Experts is a product software development consultancy with a network of over 1,000 experienced technology consultants globally. They increase the pace of innovation by using modern software engineering practices that embrace Continuous Delivery, Security, and Operability from the outset ➡️ https://bit.ly/3ASy8n0 [https://bit.ly/3ASy8n0]