Interviews about software development. Transcripts in the show notes on the main site.
Episodes
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9 May 2026
The evolution of large language models from early tools to advanced systems like "Spud" is examined, critiquing computational scaling's sustainability, exploring open-source vs. corporate control, and addressing challenges in pre-training limitations, synthetic data reliance, and AI profitability in a rapidly advancing industry.
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Aging in software development faces stereotypes about relevance, physical/mental changes, workplace ageism, and legacy system reliance, but offers opportunities for growth, adaptability, and meaningful contributions through inclusive practices, assistive tech, documentation, and proactive engagement.
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Social media algorithms can have unintended consequences, such as amplifying divisive content, by leveraging human psychological tendencies towards engaging with emotionally charged material.
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Feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to constantly boost productivity using AI coding agents, a creative struggles with the unsustainable pace and blurs the line between work and personal life.
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A programmer shares experiences working on technical projects at NASA and Google, including challenges with developing AdWords in Java and lessons learned from career growth and setbacks.
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