Design Patterns w/ Mary Perry

Mary Perry, a dynamic speaker focused on design patterns in Laravel, dives deep into the world of coding. She shares insights on how design patterns can empower developers rather than trap them in rigidity. Mary discusses the importance of collaboration through shared terminology and how understanding patterns like the abstract factory and facade can enhance communication. She also reflects on the challenges of self-taught programming, the balance between creating and using existing solutions, and the significance of community support in the tech field.