Master Software Architecture • Maciej «MJ» Jedrzejewski & Artur Skowroński

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Maciej «MJ» Jedrzejewski - Tech Agnostic Architect & Author of "Master Software Architecture"
Artur Skowroński - Head of Java & Kotlin Engineering at VirtusLab & Editor of "JVM Weekly"
RESOURCES
MJ
https://github.com/meaboutsoftware
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jedrzejewski-maciej
https://www.fractionalarchitect.io

Artur
https://x.com/ArturSkowronski
https://www.linkedin.com/in/arturskowronski
https://www.jvm-weekly.com
DESCRIPTION
This 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 BOOKS
Maciej «MJ» Jedrzejewski • Master Software Architecture • https://leanpub.com/master-software-architecture
Gregor Hohpe • Platform Strategy • https://amzn.to/4cxfYdb
Gregor Hohpe • The Software Architect Elevator • https://amzn.to/3F6d2ax
Martin Kleppmann • Designing Data-Intensive Applications • https://amzn.to/3mk2Roj
Ford, Richards, Sadalage & Dehghani • Software Architecture: The Hard Parts • https://amzn.to/3QeMgjR
Nick Tune & Jean-Georges Perrin • Architecture Modernization • https://amzn.to/4b5ASiN
Sam Newman • Monolith to Microservices • https://amzn.to/2Nml96E
Vaughn Vernon & Tomasz Jaskula • Strategic Monoliths & Microservices • https://amzn.to/3AcUscj

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Κεφάλαια

1. Intro (00:00:00)

2. From tinkering with Atari to "Mastering Software Architecture" (00:01:51)

3. Filling a pragmatic gap in software architecture (00:07:45)

4. The journey of self-publishing (00:14:13)

5. The pitfalls of DDD (00:18:25)

6. Common misconceptions in software architecture (00:24:20)

7. Serverless, AI & emerging trends in software architecture (00:33:30)

8. Book recommendations (00:37:36)

9. Outro (00:42:29)