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

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Dec 6, 2024

Maciej «MJ» Jedrzejewski, a tech agnostic architect and author of "Master Software Architecture," joins Artur Skowroński, head of Java & Kotlin Engineering at VirtusLab. They dive into the evolution of software architecture, reflecting on the humorous challenges of early computing with Atari. The duo critiques modern trends like microservices and serverless computing, discussing their limitations. They also explore self-publishing and highlight essential readings for architects, emphasizing the importance of adaptability in software practices.

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Atari Beginnings

Maciej Jedrzejewski's first computer was an Atari 65XE.
He fondly remembers the challenge of loading games from cassettes and his early hardware experiments.

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Architecture as a Playground

Software architecture is a holistic process, encompassing various aspects of development.
It's a dynamic field that constantly evolves and presents new learning opportunities.

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Motivation Behind the Book

Maciej Jedrzejewski wrote "Master Software Architecture" to address the practical gaps he experienced.
He made numerous architectural mistakes early in his career, learning valuable lessons about pragmatism.

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