Software Mistakes and Tradeoffs - Interview with Tomasz Lelek and Mark Rendle

Explore crucial software engineering tradeoffs in this GOTO Book Club interview with Tomasz Lelek and Mark Rendle. Delve into real-world scenarios covering code performance vs. simplicity, delivery speed vs. duplication, and flexibility vs. maintainability. Learn from experienced developers about date-time challenges, code duplication impacts, microservices with Protobuf, and third-party dependency management. Gain insights on applying the 80/20 Pareto principle for optimization and ensuring consistency in distributed systems. Discover how to make informed decisions, avoid common pitfalls, and develop a more thoughtful approach to software development based on years of industry experience.

Intro
Exploring date-time dilemmas & data compatibility
Code duplication
Microservices & Protobuf: Overcoming challenges
There’s no one-size-fits-all solution
Navigating third-party dependencies
From microservices to maintenance
Outro