
‘Never Rewrite’ is a mantra of ours in the programming realm. Often times when software developers encounter nightmare codebases, the thought crosses their mind to work towards a rewrite, a port to a new language, or despair that their code is unfixable.
It’s not unfixable, and we explore how to get started along with an array of other software topics in our eponymous podcast.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 153 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Technology | |||

Isaac and Jeffrey explore the pitfalls of rewrites in software development, including the trap of delayed risk, sunk cost fallacy, and human psychology. Learn strategies to avoid costly rewrites and focus on incremental delivery and early feedback.
Isaac Askew and Jeffrey Sherman explore how the metaphor of moving houses relates to software rewrites, and how AI can revolutionize the process of packing, unpacking, and deciding what to keep in tech projects.
Jeffrey Sherman and Isaac Askew explore the importance of celebrating small wins in iterative projects, how to track progress effectively, and ways to keep team morale high through accountability and customer feedback.
In this episode, Isaac Askew and Jeffrey Sherman explore the evolving landscape of software development, focusing on the relevance of rewrites in the age of AI. They discuss how AI tools like Claude are transforming engineering workflows, reducing th... more
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Focused on the multifaceted landscape of software development, a recurring theme is the idea of modernization without complete rewrites. Listeners can expect in-depth discussions on technical debt, software infrastructure, and project management, often through the lens of real-world examples and guest expertise. The hosts frequently debate the implications of legacy code, the complexities of government software, and the challenges faced by developers in navigating industry changes. Notably, the insights provided by seasoned professionals and anecdotes drawn from personal experience make this content particularly engaging for those in the tech field. The emphasis remains on finding viable solutions to improve existing systems rather than op... more
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