A blog by Avishek Bhattacharya
Artificial Intelligence is no longer on the horizon — it’s here, transforming how we write, test, and reason about software. Far from replacing human developers, AI is reshaping the very fabric of how we conceive, construct, and scrutinize code. Yet, the engineering community’s response to this transformation is anything but uniform. Several distinct personas have [ ]
In the dynamic world of software development, the pursuit of quality transcends mere functionality. It s about crafting a product that resonates with users and developers alike, bringing a sense of satisfaction and ease. The principles of Epicurean philosophy, emphasizing simplicity, tranquility, and the pursuit of meaningful pleasure, offer a unique lens through which we can [ ]
Introduction The Socratic method, derived from the classical Greek philosopher Socrates, is a form of cooperative argumentative dialogue that stimulates critical thinking to draw out ideas and underlying presuppositions. Socrates believed that the disciplined practice of thoughtful questioning enables the scholar/student to examine ideas and be able to determine the validity of those ideas . In […
Introduction The Broken Window Theory, originally posited by criminologists James Q. Wilson and George Kelling, posits that visible signs of disorder and neglect, such as a single unattended broken window, can lead to further disorder and degradation. This theory, while initially confined to criminology, finds surprising resonance in the field of software engineering, particularly in [ ]
Introduction Nietzsche suggested that the main driving force in humans is not merely survival or reproduction, but a fundamental desire to reach the highest possible position in life. This he called the Will to Power . Will to power is an inherent drive towards accomplishment, ambition, and the exertion of power. The core of the idea [ ]
Introduction A stateful system manages data. The data could be in various forms and scales. To manage the data we have several tools like databases, object stores, file systems etc. However, there are a few cross-cutting philosophies while managing the data. This article tries to consolidate those philosophies. Single Source of Truth All data needs [ ]
Introduction It s often thought that complexity is the root cause of software system failures. While there is merit to this view, the issue is more intricate. Simple software systems can also fail for various reasons—lack of redundancy, poor implementation, inadequate safety features, and others. This article delves into the multifaceted nature of software failures and [ ]
Introduction Maslow s Hierarchy of Needs is a well-known psychological theory that describes the fundamental human needs and motivations, organised in a hierarchical manner. In software engineering, we can draw parallels between Maslow s theory and the various levels of needs that a software project must fulfil for success. Maslow s Hierarchy of Needs is a psychological theory [ ]
Introduction Anyone who writes or uses software always talks about the quality of it. We talk about how the UI looks ugly, how the software constantly crashes, how I clicked a button and the server crashed etc. There are several metrics that can tell how the software is behaving. One of the key aspects of [ ]
We start with the definition of the refactoring process. What is code refactoring ? “The main purpose of refactoring is to fight technical debt. It transforms a mess into clean code and simple design.” But why should I bother, I am perfectly fine with adding more new features. I am too tired to go back [ ]