Topic: CTO work.
Notes from the CTO seat - security, compliance, vendor relationships, build-vs-buy decisions, and the less glamorous parts of leading engineering that rarely make it into the highlight reel. Plus bit of utopia in the topic image.
SDD Might Be the Answer - Once We Agree What It Means.
Spec-driven development is gaining attention as developers look for a more reliable way to build software with AI. The idea makes sense: describe clearly what should be built before asking AI to build it. I’m on board - but until we agree on what a good specification actually looks like, SDD risks becoming another label everyone uses differently.
When host becomes a guest.
The tables have turned! On the latest episode of The CTO Show, I swap my usual role as host for the hot seat as a guest - grilled, I mean, interviewed by the amazing Mai Ngo. Turns out, answering questions is way harder than asking them! We dive into tech, leadership, and the chaos of switching roles. Check it out and see if I survived the experience!
Clean database architecture. It will outlast your apps!
Have you ever wondered why some applications stand the test of time while others seem to vanish into obscurity? The secret often lies within the database architecture that supports those applications. A clean database structure is not just a technical necessity but a foundation that can sustain the evolution of your app over the years. Let's dive into the essential aspects of clean database architecture and understand how it can outlast your apps!
DevOps is a culture, not a role.
In the world of software development and IT operations, there is a buzzword that seems to be on everyone's lips: DevOps. But what exactly is DevOps? Is it just another job title or a trendy concept? The truth is, DevOps is much more than that. It is a culture that has revolutionized the way organizations build, deploy, and operate software systems.
Navigating the Vendor Relationship: The Importance of Mutual Respect.
I just dropped a new text that spills the beans on nailing those vendor relationships. Let me share why respect and openness are the keys to successful business partnerships. In this fast-moving market, it's all about staying ahead of the curve.
