Kyle explains "Legacy Software" to the aliens (Changelog News #95)
May 20, 2024
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Taylor Troesh explains 'Legacy Software' to aliens, Vitaly Friedman talks about designers feeling unappreciated. Topics include corporate vs. design communication, Oracle's move to OpenTofu, and hackers reprogramming NES Tetris. Join Changelog++ for ad-free content!
Explaining legacy software to aliens involves humor and complexity.
Bridge the communication gap between designers and business through clear storytelling.
Deep dives
Explaining Legacy Software to Aliens
In this episode, Kyle's attempt to explain legacy software to aliens is highlighted. The challenge of conveying the complexities of outdated programming languages to extraterrestrial beings is humorously addressed. The resistance to adopting new languages due to clunkiness and the dangers involved in rewriting legacy software are discussed. The humorous quotes and scenarios presented add an entertaining twist to the exploration of legacy software.
Communication Divide Between Designers and Business
The episode delves into the communication gap between designers and business professionals. The contrasting metaphors used in corporate language versus design language are compared. Vitaly Friedman's approach of translating UX terms to a more universally understandable language is shared. The importance of clear communication and storytelling to bridge the gap between design and other departments is emphasized.
Taylor Troesh writes Kyle explaining “Legacy Software” to the aliens, Vitaly Friedman addresses why so many designers feel misunderstood and under appreciated in business contexts, Oracle dumps Terraform for OpenTofu & hackers discover how to reprogram NES Tetris from within the game.