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Cover Image for #26: A Personal Perspective: What To Expect As a Software Architect

#26: A Personal Perspective: What To Expect As a Software Architect

The software architect gig can look pretty different depending on where you are working. But don't worry - there is still a bunch of stuff that pops up everywhere, or that you can bring in.

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Maciej 'MJ' Jedrzejewski - Fractional Architect
Cover Image for #25 Besides Domain Understanding: Key Things Every Software Architect Should Know

#25 Besides Domain Understanding: Key Things Every Software Architect Should Know

A software architect's primary mission is to understand the domain and its challenges. Still, at some point you have to support your team choosing concepts and tools that help you to solve the puzzle.

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Maciej 'MJ' Jedrzejewski - Fractional Architect
Cover Image for #24 The Premiere: Master Software Architecture Book

#24 The Premiere: Master Software Architecture Book

Explore the world of software architecture like a pro, minus the years of trial and error. This guide is your shortcut to architectural enlightenment – no meditation or mountain climbing required.

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Maciej 'MJ' Jedrzejewski - Fractional Architect
Cover Image for #23 The Skills Puzzle: How a Competency Matrix Completes Your Team's Picture

#23 The Skills Puzzle: How a Competency Matrix Completes Your Team's Picture

Failure to properly assess your team's skills can have a detrimental effect on the entire development process and the final product. Fortunately, there is an effective tool at your disposal.

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Maciej 'MJ' Jedrzejewski - Fractional Architect
Cover Image for #22 Sudo Explain This: Encoding, Encryption, and Hashing for Dummies

#22 Sudo Explain This: Encoding, Encryption, and Hashing for Dummies

Confusing encoding, encryption, and hashing is surprisingly common. While mix-ups can be amusing, they often lead to serious security issues.

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Maciej 'MJ' Jedrzejewski - Fractional Architect
Cover Image for #21 Strike A Balance: Solve Today, Prepare For Tomorrow

#21 Strike A Balance: Solve Today, Prepare For Tomorrow

Smart architecture is about balancing current needs with future flexibility. It's about solving today's problems while preserving tomorrow's options, and avoiding premature optimization.

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Maciej 'MJ' Jedrzejewski - Fractional Architect