Empowering Decisions and Embracing AI with Andrew Harmel-Law

Описание: AI's Role in Modern Software Architecture: Interview with ThoughtWorks' Andrew Harmel-Law
I talk with Andrew Harmel-Law, Principal Architect at ThoughtWorks and author of 'Facilitating Software Architecture.' In this interview, Harmel-Law discusses various aspects of software architecture including the Info Q State of Architecture 2025 report, the architecture advice process, and the evolving role of AI in software design. Learn about decentralized decision-making, the importance of accountability, and how AI can assist in crafting better architectural decisions. Harmel-Law also shares compelling real-world examples and personal stories that highlight the complexities and rewards of modern software architecture. Don't miss this engaging and educational discussion!

00:00 SneakPicks
00:21 Interview with Andrew Harmel-Law
01:53 Architecture Advice Process
07:51 Accountability in Architecture Decisions
14:01 The Role of ADRs in Architecture
23:23 AI and Software Architecture
36:10 Early NLP Techniques and Challenges
36:47 Eric Evans' Research on Language Models
37:19 Fine-Tuning Large Language Models
39:33 Hemispheric Differences in Neural Networks
41:28 Potential Risks of Superintelligent AI
42:30 Small Language Models in Software Solutions
46:20 Socio-Technical Perspectives in Software Architecture
53:53 The Future of Observability with LLMs
01:00:30 Why Engineers Avoid System Architecture
01:05:13 Final Thoughts and Advice

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