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The problem with the tech debt mindset

The Stack Overflow Podcast

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Navigating Technical Debt in Software Development

Exploring the challenges of managing technical debt in software development, the chapter highlights the balance between addressing tech debt, building new features, bug fixes, and upgrades. It delves into examples of how scope creep and technology updates impact projects, discussing strategies like continuous integration of debt work and convincing decision-makers to allocate resources for tech debt. The importance of investing in high-quality software, understanding dependencies, and valuing technology as a solution for customers is emphasized throughout the conversation.

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