In this engaging conversation, Borislav Nikolov, former principal engineer at Booking.com and now hands-on CTO at Recce, shares insights on the evolution of software engineering. They discuss the emotional challenges developers face with code reviews, emphasizing that code should be seen as an evolving entity. The elegance of the Go programming language is highlighted for its simplicity and maintainability. They also explore the integration of front-end and back-end development, the learning curve of programming languages, and the impact of AI in enhancing productivity.