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The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source

Of agents & agency (Friends)

Mar 28, 2025
Amal Hussein, a seasoned software engineer at Istari Digital with a rich history at companies like NPM and Stripe, joins Jerod for a candid chat. They dive into the concept of agentic coding and its implications for the future of developers. Amal shares her thoughts on the emotional impact of AI in the industry, the balance between innovation and personal life, and her recent transformative experiences. The discussion tackles the evolving role of software engineers as they adapt to new technologies and navigate the complexities of work-life integration.
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  • The next generation of Heroku, FUR, promises to enhance developer experience while maintaining familiar deployment processes and tools.
  • Amal Hussein highlights the challenges of data migration and authentication, underscoring careful planning and communication in development cycles.

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Next Generation of Heroku: FUR's Introduction

The next generation of Heroku, known as FUR, is set to transform the platform for developers. FUR is designed with stability and resilience akin to fir trees, representing a foundational upgrade for the next decade. By adopting open standards such as container images and OCI, FUR allows developers to utilize familiar tools like Docker, thereby streamlining the development process. This replatforming signifies a commitment to modern technology that integrates existing widely-used ecosystems, easing the transition for developers who are already accustomed to these tools.

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