Should Developers Care About Software Architecture?

Dave Farley and Sam Newman argue that understanding software architecture and design patterns isn’t just “nice to have” — it’s essential for anyone building modern, scalable, and reliable systems. They break down how good architecture ties into everyday coding, from microservices to classic CS patterns, and show why these skills separate strong engineers from the rest.

Whether you’re a seasoned dev or just diving into software design, this episode of Modern Software Engineering proves that architecture is the secret sauce for writing cleaner code and shipping better products.

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