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Martin Fowler

Loudmouth and long-time ThoughtWorks employee. Known for his work on software development, patterns, and refactoring.

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132 snips
Jul 10, 2025 • 43min

Why the tech industry needs Expert Generalists (w/ Martin Fowler)

Unmesh Joshi, a Principal Consultant at ThoughtWorks known for his focus on developer happiness, teams up with Martin Fowler, a long-time ThoughtWorks luminary in software development. They discuss the urgent need for 'Expert Generalists' in tech, advocating for professionals who connect specialized fields rather than narrowing their skills. Emphasizing collaboration and continuous growth, they argue that fostering these versatile talents enhances team dynamics and innovation, while addressing the dangers of over-specialization in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.
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Jan 24, 2025 • 1h

Growing the development forest 🌲 — with Martin Fowler

In this discussion, Martin Fowler, chief scientist at ThoughtWorks and an Agile Manifesto co-signer, dives into the transformative impact of AI on software development. He highlights how AI can enhance productivity while also challenging traditional learning methods. The conversation takes a deep dive into technical debt, drawing parallels to financial debt, and offers practical strategies for management. Finally, they tackle the misconceptions surrounding Agile methodologies and emphasize the importance of nurturing junior developers to evolve the tech landscape.
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Oct 3, 2024 • 1h 11min

Martin Fowler Reflects on Refactoring: Improving the Design of Existing Code

Martin Fowler, a renowned software developer and author of 'Refactoring: Improving the Design of Existing Code,' discusses the evolution of refactoring and Agile methodologies. He reflects on the importance of trust within high-performing teams and how it fosters better collaboration. The conversation also highlights the shift towards iterative coding practices and the contrasts between deep programming resources and the quick consumption of social media, advocating for the lasting value of books in software development.

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