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This interview was recorded for the GOTO Book Club.http://gotopia.tech/bookclubRead the full transcription of the interview hereTod Golding - Global SaaS Tech Lead at AWS & Author of "Building Multi-Tenant SaaS Architectures"Bill Tarr - SaaS Evangelist & AWS Solutions ArchitectRESOURCESTodhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tod-golding-0ba35b2https://github.com/tod-goldingBillhttps://x.com/SaaSTarrhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-tarr-san-diegohttps://github.com/billtarr-awsDESCRIPTIONTod Golding, author of "Building Multi-Tenant SaaS Architectures", discusses the critical need for collaboration between business and technical roles in organizations adopting a SaaS model with Bill Tarr. He advocates for a top-down vision that encourages non-technical roles, such as finance and operations, to engage deeply with technical teams, fostering a service mindset rather than a sole focus on product features.Tod highlights the importance of operational insights in multi-tenant environments, where effective monitoring of tenant behaviors is essential to prevent issues before they impact customers. He also discusses the evolving role of GenAI within SaaS, noting its potential to deliver tailored experiences while leveraging shared resources for economies of scale.Looking ahead, Tod envisions a future where SaaS architectures become simpler, more efficient, and broadly applicable across various industries, with advancements in compliance, security, and tenant isolation facilitating wider adoption.RECOMMENDED BOOKSTod Golding • Building Multi-Tenant SaaS ArchitecturesAdam Tornhill • Software Design X-RaysAdam Tornhill • Your Code as a Crime SceneMatthew Skelton & Manuel Pais • Team TopologiesMonica Beckwith • JVM Performance EngineeringDave Thomas & Andy Hunt • The Pragmatic ProgrammerDiana Montalion • Learning Systems ThinkingBlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded for the GOTO Book Club.http://gotopia.tech/bookclubRead the full transcription of the interview hereMonica Beckwith - Performance Engineer at Microsoft & Author of "JVM Performance Engineering"Kirk Pepperdine - Principal Java Engineer at MicrosoftRESOURCESMonicahttps://x.com/mon_beckhttps://github.com/mo-beckhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/monicabeckwithhttps://www.codekaram.comKirkhttps://x.com/javaperftuninghttps://github.com/kcpeppehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kirk-pepperdinehttps://www.kodewerk.comDESCRIPTIONKirk Pepperdine and Monica Beckwith delve into the evolving world of performance engineering, focusing on Monica's book, JVM Performance Engineering.They discuss key advancements in the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) since JDK 8, including garbage collection and cloud-native applications. The conversation underscores the significance of experimental design and benchmarking, advocating for a collaborative approach that blends theoretical knowledge with practical application.Monica emphasizes the future of performance engineering lies in automation, AI, and machine learning, urging engineers from various disciplines to work together to navigate the complexities of distributed systems effectively.RECOMMENDED BOOKSMonica Beckwith • JVM Performance Engineering • https://amzn.to/3BkRoiOVenkat Subramaniam • Cruising Along with Java • https://amzn.to/4dFuBwUMarkus Eisele & Natale Vinto • Modernizing Enterprise Java • https://amzn.to/3EsEtZ3Kevlin Henney & Trisha Gee • 97 Things Every Java Programmer Should Know • https://amzn.to/3kiTwJJDave Thomas & Andy Hunt • The Pragmatic Programmer • https://amzn.to/3azvUy3Joshua Bloch • Effective Java • https://amzn.to/3ygmQJtDiana Montalion • Learning Systems Thinking • https://amzn.to/3ZpycdJBlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded for GOTO Unscripted.https://gotopia.techRead the full transcription of this interview hereSam Newman - Microservices Expert & Author of "Monolith to Microservices" & "Building Resilient Distributed Systems"Julian Wood - Serverless Developer Advocate at AWSRESOURCESSamhttps://twitter.com/samnewmanhttps://hachyderm.io/@samnewmanhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/samnewmanhttp://samnewman.iohttp://samnewman.io/bloghttps://github.com/snewmanJulianhttps://bsky.app/profile/julianwood.comhttps://twitter.com/julian_woodhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/julianrwoodDESCRIPTIONJulian Wood and Sam Newman delve into the complexities of software architecture, focusing on critical concepts such as microservices, asynchronous communication, and the importance of architectural decision-making.Sam emphasizes the need for clear definitions in computing, particularly around terms like asynchronicity, advocating for an understanding of communication styles—event-driven versus request-response—as pivotal for effective system design. They discuss the value of architectural decision records (ADRs) as tools for fostering collaboration and documenting trade-offs in decision-making.Additionally, the conversation highlights the evolving role of AI in software development, stressing that while AI can assist in understanding and maintaining existing codebases, the human element of critical thinking remains essential in navigating the complexities of modern software systems.RECOMMENDED BOOKSSam Newman • Building Resilient Distributed Systems • https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/building-resilient-distributed/9781098163532Sam Newman • Monolith to Microservices • https://amzn.to/2Nml96ESam Newman • Building Microservices • https://amzn.to/3dMPbOsRonnie Mitra & Irakli Nadareishvili • Microservices: Up and Running• https://amzn.to/3c4HmmLMitra, Nadareishvili, McLarty & Amundsen • Microservice Architecture • https://amzn.to/3fVNAb0BlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded for GOTO Unscripted.https://gotopia.techRead the full transcription of this interview hereDiana Montalion - Systems Architect, Mentrix Founder & Author of "Learning Systems Thinking"Andrew Harmel-Law - Technical Principal at Thoughtworks & Author of "Facilitating Software Architecture"RESOURCESDianahttps://hachyderm.io/@dianahttps://bsky.app/profile/mentrix.bsky.socialhttps://x.com/dianamontalionhttps://github.com/dianamontalionhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dianamontalionhttps://blog.montalion.comhttps://learningsystemsthinking.comAndrewhttps://bsky.app/profile/andrewhl.bsky.socialhttps://twit.social/@ahlhttps://x.com/al94781https://github.com/andrewharmellawhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewharmellawhttps://andrewharmellaw.github.ioLinkshttps://donellameadows.orgDESCRIPTIONAndrew Harmel-Law and Diana Montalion explore the critical importance of systems thinking in software development and organizational dynamics. Diana Montalion touches on her new book, "Learning Systems Thinking," highlighting how traditional linear approaches to problem-solving often fall short in today's complex environments. She emphasizes that effective systems leadership requires not only recognizing the interconnectedness of various components but also fostering collaborative thinking and decision-making among teams.By engaging in practices that enhance understanding and adaptability, organizations can better navigate challenges and drive meaningful change, moving beyond simplistic solutions to embrace a more holistic view of their systems.RECOMMENDED BOOKSDiana Montalion • Learning Systems Thinking • https://amzn.to/3ZpycdJAndrew Harmel-Law • Facilitating Software Architecture • https://amzn.eu/d/5kZKVfUDonella H. Meadows • Thinking in Systems • https://amzn.to/3XtqYCVDonella H. Meadows • Limits to Growth • https://amzn.to/4d9sik4Robert M. Pirsig • Zen & the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance • https://amzn.to/4ekfJU0BlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded at GOTO Amsterdam for GOTO Unscripted.http://gotopia.techRead the full transcription of this interview hereSigne Simonsen - Founder of Race for OceansJulian Wood - Serverless Developer Advocate at AWSRESOURCESSignehttps://twitter.com/signe_simonsenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/signe-simonsenhttps://www.instagram.com/signessimonsenJulianhttps://bsky.app/profile/julianwood.comhttps://twitter.com/julian_woodhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/julianrwoodLinkshttps://raceforoceans.org/enhttps://raceforoceans.org/en/support-ushttps://www.instagram.com/raceforoceansDESCRIPTIONJulian Wood sits down with Signe Simonsen, the visionary behind “Race for Oceans”, to explore her inspiring journey from Danish army captain to environmental advocate.Signe shares her mission to combat plastic pollution using innovative technology, including AI-driven drones and robots, to clean beaches and protect our oceans. With a blend of military precision and environmental passion, Signe Simonsen is pioneering a solution to a challenge that has persisted for decades, aiming to leave a lasting impact on the planet for future generations.RECOMMENDED BOOKSVictor Vasques Ribeiro • Plastic pellets on sandy beaches Volume I • https://amzn.to/4crhYECSubramanian Senthilkannan Muthu • Microplastic Pollution • https://amzn.to/4cnijItIoannis Kolaxis • 101 Green Software • https://www.kolaxis.dev/book-green-softwareLässig, Kersting & Morik • Computational Sustainability • https://amzn.to/3APBW8rCarola Lilienthal • Sustainable Software Architecture • https://amzn.to/3yFXxoSBlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded at GOTO Aarhus for GOTO Unscripted.http://gotopia.techRead the full transcription of this interview hereAlistair Cockburn - Co-Author of the "Manifesto for Agile Software Development"Aino Vonge Corry - Retrospectives Facilitator, Teacher, Technical Conference Editor & Author of "Retrospectives Antipatterns"RESOURCESAlistairhttps://twitter.com/TotherAlistairhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/alistaircockburnhttps://github.com/totheralistairhttp://alistair.cockburn.usAinohttps://twitter.com/apaipihttp://metadeveloper.comhttps://github.com/apaipihttps://linkedin.com/in/aino-vonge-corry-9a23801DESCRIPTIONAlistair Cockburn shares his insights on the profound impact of AI on the Agile community and beyond. Together with Aino Vonge Corry they reflect on the history and evolution of Agile, contrasts AI's transformative power with past technologies, and expresses concerns about AI's potential to disrupt various professions.He emphasizes his role as a "Bard" rather than a futurist, focusing on current trends and practices around the world. The conversation also touches on Denmark's resilience in the global recession, highlighting the unique societal perspectives that contribute to happiness in Scandinavian countries.RECOMMENDED BOOKSAino Vonge Corry • Retrospective Antipatterns • https://amzn.to/3naFk84Derby, Larsen & Schwaber • Agile Retrospectives • https://amzn.to/3hB4eNkStone, Chaparro, Keebler, Chaparro & McConnell • Introduction to Human Factors • https://amzn.to/3mfXqY2BlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded for GOTO Unscripted.https://gotopia.techRead the full transcription of this interview here:https://gotopia.tech/articles/336Charity Majors - CTO at honeycomb.io & Co- Author of "Observability Engineering"James Lewis - Software Architect & Director at ThoughtworksRESOURCESCharityhttps://twitter.com/mipsytipsyhttps://github.com/charityhttps://linkedin.com/in/charity-majorshttps://charity.wtfJameshttps://twitter.com/boicyhttps://linkedin.com/in/james-lewis-microserviceshttps://github.com/boicyhttps://www.bovon.orgDESCRIPTIONWhat’s next in the observability space? Join Charity Majors and James Lewis as they discuss canonical logs, Observability 2.0 and how to simplify complexity in software engineering!RECOMMENDED BOOKSCharity Majors, Liz Fong-Jones & George Miranda • Observability Engineering • https://amzn.to/38scbmaCharity Majors & Laine Campbell • Database Reliability Engineering • https://amzn.to/3ujybdSKelly Shortridge & Aaron Rinehart • Security Chaos Engineering • https://www.verica.io/sce-bookNora Jones & Casey Rosenthal • Chaos Engineering • https://amzn.to/3hUmuAHRuss Miles • Learning Chaos Engineering • https://amzn.to/3hCiUe8Nicole Forsgren, Jez Humble & Gene Kim • Accelerate • https://amzn.to/442Rep0BlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded for GOTO Unscripted.https://gotopia.techRead the full transcription of this interview here:https://gotopia.tech/articles/330Cassidy Williams - Senior Director of Developer Advocacy at GitHub Ben Hong - Staff Developer Experience Engineer at Pandan Studio  RESOURCESCassidyhttps://twitter.com/cassidoohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cassidoohttps://github.com/cassidoohttps://cassidoo.coBenhttps://x.com/bencodezenhttps://m.webtoo.ls/@bencodezenhttps://github.com/bencodezenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bencodezenhttps://www.bencodezen.ioLinkshttps://obsidian.mdhttps://www.notion.sohttps://bear.apphttps://www.keyboardmaestro.comhttps://github.com/features/copilothttps://claude.aihttps://www.cursor.comhttps://www.tabnine.comDESCRIPTIONCassidy Williams and Ben Hong explore the intersection of aesthetics, functionality, and AI in the world of coding. They begin by examining how the design and feel of tools, from digital typewriters to customized keyboards, can significantly impact productivity and enjoyment. As they delve into AI's growing role, they assess various tools like GitHub Copilot, Claude.ai, and others, emphasizing how these technologies complement rather than replace human creativity.Their conversation highlights the balance between leveraging AI for efficiency and maintaining personal touch and critical thinking in coding. They argue that while AI advances, the human element remains crucial in driving innovation and crafting meaningful work. [...]RECOMMENDED BOOKSTaylor Royce • The 2024 Developer Productivity Guide • https://amzn.to/3XNAjqzUnni Panicker • The Software Developer's Guide to ChatGP • https://amzn.to/3MSpoWwAlex Castrounis • AI for People and Business • https://amzn.to/3NYKKToPhil Winder • Reinforcement Learning • https://amzn.to/3t1S1VZBlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded for the GOTO Book Club.http://gotopia.tech/bookclubRead the full transcription of the interview here:https://gotopia.tech/episodes/331Maciej «MJ» Jedrzejewski - Tech Agnostic Architect & Author of "Master Software Architecture"Artur Skowroński - Head of Java & Kotlin Engineering at VirtusLab & Editor of "JVM Weekly"RESOURCESMJhttps://github.com/meaboutsoftwarehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jedrzejewski-maciejhttps://www.fractionalarchitect.ioArturhttps://x.com/ArturSkowronskihttps://www.linkedin.com/in/arturskowronskihttps://www.jvm-weekly.comDESCRIPTIONThis conversation explores the evolution and complexities of software architecture, from early programming experiences to advanced design principles.It highlights practical gaps and the value of self-publishing, consulting, and addressing architectural pitfalls. Trends like microservices, serverless computing and AI are examined critically, emphasizing their limitations and supportive roles.Recommendations for further reading include Gregor Hohpe's "Software Architect Elevator", Martin Kleppmann's "Designing Data-Intensive Applications", "Software Architecture: The Hard Parts" and Nick Tune's "Architecture Modernization," offering deep insights into effective software practices.RECOMMENDED BOOKSMaciej «MJ» Jedrzejewski • Master Software Architecture • https://leanpub.com/master-software-architectureGregor Hohpe • Platform Strategy • https://amzn.to/4cxfYdbGregor Hohpe • The Software Architect Elevator • https://amzn.to/3F6d2axMartin Kleppmann • Designing Data-Intensive Applications • https://amzn.to/3mk2RojFord, Richards, Sadalage & Dehghani • Software Architecture: The Hard Parts • https://amzn.to/3QeMgjRNick Tune & Jean-Georges Perrin • Architecture Modernization • https://amzn.to/4b5ASiNSam Newman • Monolith to Microservices • https://amzn.to/2Nml96EVaughn Vernon & Tomasz Jaskula • Strategic Monoliths & Microservices • https://amzn.to/3AcUscjBlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded at GOTO Amsterdam for GOTO Unscripted.http://gotopia.techRead the full transcription of this interview here:https://gotopia.tech/articles/326Susanne Kaiser - Independent Tech Consultant & Author of "Architecture for Flow"James Lewis - Software Architect & Director at ThoughtworksRESOURCESSusannehttps://mastodon.social/@suksrhttps://twitter.com/suksrhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/susannekaiser1https://susannekaiser.netJameshttps://twitter.com/boicyhttps://linkedin.com/in/james-lewis-microserviceshttps://github.com/boicyhttps://www.bovon.orgDESCRIPTIONSusanne Kaiser, an expert tech consultant, shares her secrets for integrating Wardley mapping, team topologies and domain-driven design to streamline value delivery and boost team effectiveness. The discussion with James Lewis highlights the power of hands-on collaboration, the value of understanding the purpose behind tools, and practical tips for breaking down silos and overcoming analysis paralysis. Tune in to discover how these cutting-edge techniques can transform your approach to organizational change and team dynamics.RECOMMENDED BOOKSSusanne Kaiser • Adaptive Systems With Domain-Driven Design, Wardley Mapping & Team Topologies • https://amzn.to/3XTmNCcSimon Wardley • Wardley Mapping, The Knowledge • https://amzn.to/3XQEeDuSimon Wardley • Wardley Maps • https://amzn.to/45U8UprMatthew Skelton & Manuel Pais • Team Topologies • http://amzn.to/3sVLyLQHeidi Helfand • Dynamic Reteaming • https://amzn.to/3Fvu5BAEric Evans • Domain-Driven Design • https://amzn.to/3tnGhwmGregor Hohpe • Platform Strategy • https://amzn.to/4cxfYdbBlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded for the GOTO Book Club.http://gotopia.tech/bookclubRead the full transcription of the interview here:https://gotopia.tech/episodes/327Sheen Brisals - AWS Serverless Hero, Engineering Leader & Co-Author of "Serverless Development on AWS" Luke Hedger - Software Engineer & Co-Author of "Serverless Development on AWS"Khawaja Shams - Co-Founder & CEO at MomentoRESOURCESSheenhttps://twitter.com/sheenbrisalshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sheen-brisalshttps://sbrisals.medium.comLukehttps://twitter.com/level_outhttps://github.com/lukehedgerhttps://level-out.comKhawajahttps://twitter.com/ksshamshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kshamshttps://www.gomomento.comDESCRIPTIONKhawaja Shams interviews authors Sheen Brisals and Luke Hedger about their new book "Serverless Development on AWS". The book aims to provide a comprehensive guide to implementing serverless technologies, addressing both theoretical concepts and practical applications. Key challenges in adopting serverless include managing distributed system complexity and understanding cost implications. Benefits highlighted include improved scalability and flexibility. Practical advice includes starting with less critical applications and focusing on specialized monitoring tools. Looking ahead, both authors anticipate continued advancements and broader adoption in serverless technology.Dive into the future of tech with Sheen Brisals and Luke Hedger's new book on serverless architecture! Learn how to master scalability and flexibility in your applications.RECOMMENDED BOOKSSheen Brisals & Luke Hedger • Serverless Development on AWS • https://amzn.to/3W3Sw2fGregor Hohpe & Bobby Woolf • Enterprise Integration Patterns • https://amzn.to/3Zj2mfBAdam Bellemare • Building Event-Driven Microservices • https://amzn.to/3WfNKfMPeter Sbarski • Serverless Architectures on AWS • https://amzn.to/3hJzEUMBlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded at GOTO Amsterdam for GOTO Unscripted.http://gotopia.techRead the full transcription of this interview here:https://gotopia.tech/articles/329Flavia Naezer - Product Thinker, Public Speaker, ArtistJulian Wood - Serverless Developer Advocate at AWSRESOURCESFlaviahttps://github.com/flavianaezerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/flavia-naezer-449b285https://x.com/flaviasomethingJulianhttps://twitter.com/julian_woodhttp://www.wooditwork.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/julianrwoodLinkshttps://dl.acm.org/doi/pdf/10.1145/3595878https://www.designcouncil.org.uk/our-resources/the-double-diamondDESCRIPTIONExplore the evolving relationship between technology and product management with Julian Wood and Flavia Naezer. Discover how Flavia’s tech and product expertise highlights the need for user-centric design thinking and thorough research in developing internal tools and platforms.Discover how Julian and Flavia explore the intersection of tech and product management, highlighting the importance of user-centric design and thorough research in developing internal tools and platforms.RECOMMENDED BOOKSMarty Cagan • Inspired • https://amzn.to/4e5l2r2Anthony W. Ulwick • Jobs to Be Done • https://amzn.to/4elaVhuGregor Hohpe • Enterprise Integration Patterns, Vol 2 • https://amzn.to/3TNedQ3Gregor Hohpe • Platform Strategy • https://amzn.to/4fPLW7pStephanie Stimac • Design for Developers • https://amzn.to/3EhuN4TGene Kim, Jez Humble, Patrick Debois, John Willis & Nicole Forsgren • The DevOps Handbook • https://amzn.to/3WBjzCMMatthew Skelton & Manuel Pais • Team Topologies • http://amzn.to/3sVLyLQGene Kim, Nicole Forsgren & Jez Humble • Accelerate • https://amzn.to/3WCG5uTMarty Cagan • Empowered • https://amzn.to/42kuKAjBlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded for the GOTO Book Club.http://gotopia.tech/bookclubRead the full transcription of the interview here:https://gotopia.tech/episodes/328Diana Montalion - Systems Architect, Mentrix Founder & Author of "Learning Systems Thinking"Charles Humble - Freelance Techie, Podcaster, Editor, Author & ConsultantRESOURCESDianahttps://hachyderm.io/@dianahttps://bsky.app/profile/mentrix.bsky.socialhttps://x.com/dianamontalionhttps://github.com/dianamontalionhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dianamontalionhttps://blog.montalion.comhttps://learningsystemsthinking.comCharleshttps://twitter.com/charleshumblehttps://linkedin.com/in/charleshumblehttps://mastodon.social/@charleshumblehttps://conissaunce.comLinkshttps://xkcd.com/386DESCRIPTIONDiana Montalion and Charles Humble explore the complexities of systems thinking particularly in tech environments resistant to change. Diana shares insights on the frustrations of introducing new ideas in hierarchical organizations, where power dynamics and skepticism often block innovation.They discuss the importance of patience, community support, and accepting that recognition may not come when challenging ingrained structures. Diana also reflects on the personal growth she experienced while writing her book, including navigating her ADHD diagnosis and learning to embrace uncertainty. Together, they highlight the need for resilience and collaboration in driving meaningful, systemic change in tech.Struggling to make systems thinking work in rigid, hierarchical environments? You're not alone. Dive into Diana Montalion and Charles Humble’s conversation on resilience, innovation, and driving real change in tech. Discover Diana Montalion’s insights on systems thinking and overcoming hierarchical challenges in tech with Charles Humble. Essential read for anyone driving change in complex environments.RECOMMENDED BOOKSDiana Montalion • Learning Systems Thinking • https://amzn.to/3ZpycdJRobert M. Pirsig • Zen & the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance • https://amzn.to/4ekfJU0Donella H. Meadows • Thinking in Systems • https://amzn.to/3XtqYCVDonellBlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded for the GOTO Book Club.http://gotopia.tech/bookclubRead the full transcription of the interview here:https://gotopia.tech/episodes/323Gregor Hohpe - Author of "Platform Strategy", "The Software Architect Elevator", et al.James Lewis - Software Architect & Director at ThoughtworksRESOURCESGregorhttps://twitter.com/ghohpehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ghohpehttps://architectelevator.comJameshttps://twitter.com/boicyhttps://linkedin.com/in/james-lewis-microserviceshttps://github.com/boicyhttps://www.bovon.orgDESCRIPTIONJames Lewis and Gregor Hohpe discuss the concept of dimensionality in decision-making, particularly in the context of innovation versus standardization. Hohpe emphasizes the importance of understanding and removing constraints to unlock new opportunities, citing historical shifts in technology and platform thinking as key examples.They explore how traditional one-dimensional views often limit progress and the challenges of adapting to new paradigms, especially in organizations. The discussion also touches on the role of architects in facilitating these shifts and the strategic focus needed for internal platforms to thrive in the face of evolving technologies.RECOMMENDED BOOKSGregor Hohpe • Platform Strategy • https://amzn.to/4cxfYdbGregor Hohpe • The Software Architect Elevator • https://amzn.to/3F6d2axGregor Hohpe • Cloud Strategy • https://amzn.to/3TOS3NvGregor Hohpe • Enterprise Integration Patterns, Vol 2 • https://amzn.to/3TNedQ3Gregor Hohpe & Bobby Woolf • Enterprise Integration Patterns • https://amzn.to/3DqII9lGregor Hohpe • 37 Things One Architect Knows About IT Transformation • https://amzn.to/3z8uhnwBlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded for the GOTO Book Club.http://gotopia.tech/bookclubRead the full transcription of the interview here:https://gotopia.tech/episodes/322Ashley Davis - Author of "Bootstrapping Microservices" & Principal Software Engineer at AutodeskDamian Maclennan - Technologist, Software Architect, Trainer, Developer & Consultant CTO at Stack MechanicsRESOURCESAshleyhttps://x.com/codecapershttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleydavis75https://www.codecapers.com.auDamianhttps://damianm.comhttps://mastodon.social/@damianmhttps://bsky.app/profile/damianm.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/damianmaclennanhttps://instagram.com/damianmaclennanhttps://twitter.com/DamianMLinkshttps://bootstrapping-microservices.comhttps://rapidfullstackdevelopment.comDESCRIPTIONDamian Maclennan, a software architecture and trainer, engages with Ashley Davis, author of “Bootstrapping Microservices", discussing the evolution and practical applications of microservices.With over 25 years of experience as a developer, Ashley shares insights into his career and what inspired him to write the book’s second edition, emphasizing the importance of context in choosing the right architecture—be it microservices or monolithic systems—through examples like AI model processing and data security.They explore how industry trends, feedback, and advancements in tools have shaped the book, making complex concepts more accessible. Ashley and Damian highlight microservices' flexibility in system design, allowing for the gradual evolution and replacement of components, which helps manage technical debt and adapt to newer technologies.They emphasize that microservices facilitate smaller, focused teams that can independently manage and scale components, enhancing overall agility. However, they also caution against potential pitfalls, such as unnecessary complexity and improper implementation, which can undermine the advantages of microservices.RECOMMENDED BOOKSAshley Davis • Bootstrapping Microservices • https://amzn.to/3X8ccTcSarah Wells • Enabling Microservice Success • https://amzn.to/4aa8xrvSam Newman • Monolith to Microservices • https://amzn.to/2Nml96EBlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded for GOTO Unscripted.https://gotopia.techRead the full transcription of this interview hereHeidi Helfand - Author of Dynamic Reteaming; Building High-Performing Teams that ChangeCharles Humble - Freelance Techie, Podcaster, Editor, Author & ConsultantRESOURCESHeidihttps://twitter.com/heidihelfandhttps://mastodon.social/@heidihelfand@mastodon.socialhttps://linkedin.com/in/heidihelfandhttps://www.heidihelfand.comCharleshttps://twitter.com/charleshumblehttps://linkedin.com/in/charleshumblehttps://mastodon.social/@charleshumblehttps://conissaunce.comDESCRIPTIONExplore the importance of embedding company values into daily operations and how Procore Technologies successfully integrates values like ownership, openness, and optimism. Heidi shares insights on recognizing when to split a team, especially when meetings become unmanageable, or decision-making slows down.Charles Humble and Heidi Helfand discuss managing dependencies among specialist roles and the significance of fostering a shared team history through collaborative activities. Addressing toxic team members and utilizing effective management practices are emphasized as crucial for maintaining a healthy team dynamic. The discussion concludes with book recommendations for those navigating organizational changes. [...]RECOMMENDED BOOKSHeidi Helfand • Dynamic ReteamingHeidi Helfand • How to Change Your TeamsCarl Larson & Frank M J LaFasto • TeamworkGene Kim & Steve Spear • Wiring the Winning OrganizationIchak Adizes • Managing Corporate LifecyclesGrenny, Patterson, McMillan, Switzler & Gregory • Crucial ConversationsHenri Lipmanowicz & Keith McCandless • The Surprising Power of Liberating StructuresDr. Anne Rød & Marita Fridjhon • Creating Intelligent TeamsMatthew Skelton & Manuel Pais • Team TopologiesWilliam Bridges & Susan Bridges • TransitionsBlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded for the GOTO Book Club.http://gotopia.tech/bookclubRead the full transcription of the interview hereGojko Adzic - Software Delivery Consultant & Author of "Lizard Optimization" and many more BooksDave Farley - Continuous Delivery & DevOps Pioneer, Award-winning Author, Founder & Director of Continuous Delivery Ltd.RESOURCESGojkohttps://twitter.com/gojkoadzichttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gojkohttps://github.com/gojkohttps://gojko.netDavehttps://twitter.com/davefarley77https://linkedin.com/in/dave-farley-a67927http://www.continuous-delivery.co.ukhttp://www.davefarley.netDESCRIPTIONDave Farley and Gojko Adzic discuss Gojko’s latest book “Llizard Optimization”, which involves identifying and leveraging unconventional uses and misuses of products to improve them for all users. Gojko shares insights and examples from his experiences with Narakeet and MindMup, highlighting how addressing the needs of outlier users led to significant product enhancements and growth.They also touch on broader themes of user retention, the joy of building and solving problems, and the balance between solo work and collaborative efforts in software development and writing.RECOMMENDED BOOKSGojko Adzic • Lizard OptimizationGojko Adzic • Impact MappingAdzic, Evans & Roden • Fifty Quick Ideas To Improve Your TestsAdzic, Evans & Korac • Fifty Quick Ideas to Improve Your User StoriesAdzic & Korac • Humans vs ComputersGojko Adzic • Specification by ExampleAdzic, Marcetic & Bisset • Bridging the Communication GapAdzic & Korac • Running ServerlessKat Holmes • MismatchDavid Farley • Modern Software EngineeringDave Farley • Continuous Delivery PipelinesDave Farley & Jez Humble • Continuous DeliveryBlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded for the GOTO Book Club.http://gotopia.tech/bookclubRead the full transcription of the interview hereSarah Wells - Independent Consultant & Author & Author of "Enabling Microservice Success"Sam Newman - Microservices Expert & Author of "Building Microservices" & "Monolith to Microservices"RESOURCESSarahhttps://www.sarahwells.devhttps://twitter.com/sarahjwellshttps://linkedin.com/in/sarahjwells1Samhttps://twitter.com/samnewmanhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/samnewmanhttp://samnewman.iohttp://samnewman.io/bloghttps://github.com/snewmanDESCRIPTIONSam Newman talks to Sarah Wells about her new book "Enabling Microservice Success." Sarah Wells, an independent consultant with extensive experience from working at the "Financial Times," shares insights on engineering leadership, culture, and the practicalities of implementing microservices.They discuss challenges like out of hours support, the importance of organizational culture, and lessons learned from early microservice adoption.Sarah and Sam highlight the necessity of a thoughtful approach to microservices, emphasizing team autonomy and resilience.RECOMMENDED BOOKSSarah Wells • Enabling Microservice SuccessSam Newman • Monolith to MicroservicesSam Newman • Building MicroservicesSimon Brown • Software Architecture for Developers Vol. 2Ronnie Mitra & Irakli Nadareishvili • Microservices: Up and RunningBlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

GOTO Chicago, running from October 21st to 23rd at Convene Willis Tower, will host an exciting range of talks and workshops designed for developers, architects, and tech leaders. Highlights include Ryan Dahl on the future of JavaScript with Deno 2, Andy Greenberg exploring the dark side of cryptocurrency in "Tracers in the Dark," and Dave Taht sharing groundbreaking insights into reducing internet latency. The conference covers AI, cloud-native architectures, security, and much more, including lightning talks that provide quick, impactful insights across a variety of tech topics.This podcast is AI-generated as part of an experimental format, offering a fresh, innovative way to explore conference content.GOTO Chicago 2024:https://gotochgo.com/2024Speakers: https://gotochgo.com/2024/speakers Newsletter: https://blog.gotocon.com/newsletterBlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

This interview was recorded for the GOTO Book Club.http://gotopia.tech/bookclubRead the full transcription of the interview hereNick Tune - Author of "Architecture Modernization" & Staff Engineer at PayFitEduardo da Sliva - Independent Consultant on Socio-technical Systems, Architecture & Leadership ModernizationRESOURCESNickhttps://hachyderm.io/@nick_tunehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-tunehttps://nick-tune.mehttps://medium.com/nick-tune-tech-strategy-blogEduardohttps://x.com/emgsilvahttps://mastodon.social/@eduardodasilvahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/emgsilvahttps://github.com/emgsilvahttps://esilva.nethttps://esilva.net/ametDESCRIPTIONEduardo da Silva interviews Nick Tune about his book "Architecture Modernization." Nick Tune shares his motivations for writing the book, emphasizing the socio-technical alignment of software, strategy, and structure. They discuss the importance of business objectives, the role of Architecture Modernization Enabling Teams (AMET), and practical steps to initiate and sustain modernization efforts. Nick Tune also highlights the continuous nature of modernization and the need for organizations to adapt and learn over time.The conversation provides valuable tips for effectively approaching architecture modernization and ensuring long-term success.RECOMMENDED BOOKSNick Tune & Jean-Georges Perrin • Architecture ModernizationScott Millett & Nick Tune • Patterns, Principles, and Practices of DDDMatthew Skelton & Manuel Pais • Team TopologiesFord, Richards, Sadalage & Dehghani • Software Architecture: The Hard PartsSimon Brown • Software Architecture for Developers Vol. 2Woods, Erder & Pureur • Continuous Architecture in PracticeBlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!