Balancing Tech & Human Creativity • Kaiser, Greiler, Carpenter, Terhorst-North & Wardley • GOTO 2024

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Susanne Kaiser - Independent Tech Consultant & Author of "Architecture for Flow"
Michaela Greiler - Code Reviews Expert, Trainer & Consultant @seunlocked
Adele Carpenter - Software Engineer at Trifork
Daniel Terhorst-North - Originator of Behavior Driven Development (BDD) & Principal at Dan North & Associates @daniel-terhorst-north
Simon Wardley - Thought Lord, Mapper, Mostly Good @simonwardley

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DESCRIPTION
Explore the rich tapestry of what it truly means to support developers. Michaela Greiler challenged the notion that tools alone define this experience, highlighting how collaboration, culture, and a focus on joyful engagement can transform productivity.

The conversation took a forward-looking turn as they examined the role of AI, not as a looming replacement, but as a powerful ally that enhances human creativity, much like past innovations that revolutionized workflows. They showcased how intuitive design—exemplified by tools like IntelliJ—can make a developer’s experience seamless and enjoyable.

Susanne Kaiser emphasized the need for diverse mindsets within teams to navigate the rapidly changing technological landscape, paving the way for innovative solutions.

Meanwhile, Adele Carpenter raised an important point about the balance between AI-generated content and genuine human interaction at conferences, underscoring the need to maintain the personal touch in an increasingly digital world.

TIMECODES
00:00 Intro
04:31 Adaptive systems through Wardley Mapping, DDD & Team Topologies
08:49 Rethinking DevEx: Tools, Collaboration & AI
22:31 Organizational changes with AI & tech evolution
24:58 Outro

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