Should Developers Care About Software Architecture?

Dave Farley and Sam Newman make the case that architecture isn’t just fancy jargon—it’s the backbone of scalable, reliable software. By unpacking design patterns, microservices, and the difference between everyday coding and true architectural thinking, they show why every developer needs to level up in system design if they want to build products that last.

Whether you’re a newbie following a tutorial or a seasoned engineer, this episode of Modern Software Engineering proves that digging into architecture fundamentals isn’t optional—it’s the secret sauce for better code and better products.

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