Old Tech Isn't The Problem: Context Matters In Software Engineering
Old tech isn't the problem! Companies like Southwest Airlines & Mars explorers prove it's not about being on the latest tech, but having the right tools, context & language to make informed decisions.
I want to take a moment to shout out to all the people who are not working with all the latest tech. You know, like at most companies. Anyone who has been in the tech space for any length of time knows that once you build the foundation of your company that’s it. That’s what you have. The rest is context, language, and maybe a little acceptance. I think this is where the discussion of technical debt or something else is critical. Emily Rosengren has a great talk called “Can We Please Stop Talking About Tech Debt?” It’s amazing. I think of it this way mostly because I enjoy “classic cars” —...