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The promise of hackable software (Changelog News #80)

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Introduction

This chapter explores the concept of hackable software and its underrated nature, highlighting the ability of browser extensions to creatively modify apps. It also discusses updates from Jeffrey Litt in 2024 regarding his work on malleable software powered by AI for end user programmability, and shares the struggles of a generalist software engineer forced to market themselves as a specialist.

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