Managing Complexity in Software

Explore an expert talk on managing complexity in software development with Hadi Hariri, VP of Developer Advocacy at JetBrains, interviewed by Kevlin Henney. Delve into the challenges of growing software complexity and learn how developers' creativity and problem-solving skills can lead to both innovation and over-engineering. Discover insights on design patterns, contextual solution selection, software engineering cycles, and the Ktor project. Gain valuable perspectives on balancing innovation with practical implementation in this 51-minute discussion that covers key aspects of modern software development, including the pitfalls of over-engineering and the importance of choosing solutions based on context.

Intro
Complexity in software
Design patterns in software
Over-engineering your code
Choosing a software solution in context
Software engineering cycles
The Ktor project
Outro