Episode 33 - Simplicity Builds Confidence
January 7, 2026
Show Notes
Summary
In this episode, Adam and Martin discuss the importance of community support, the development of event modeling tools, and the need to rethink practices in event modeling. They explore the significance of information integrity, automation in workflows, and how event modeling can be applied in everyday life. The conversation also touches on managing ADHD in project management and the simplicity required in consulting practices. Finally, they delve into the role of event modeling in financial systems, emphasizing its importance in understanding information flow and decision-making. In this conversation, Adam Dymitruk and Martin Dilger explore the intricacies of FinTech, the significance of event modeling, and the psychological aspects of productivity in software development. They discuss the fears and challenges faced in the industry, the importance of simplicity in tech stacks, and share lessons learned from game development. The dialogue emphasizes the need for a calm and confident approach to software projects, highlighting the benefits of event modeling and the shift in fears within the tech landscape.
Chapters
00:18 Community Support and Giving Back
03:13 Event Modeling and Tooling Development
06:05 Rethinking Practices in Event Modeling
09:07 The Importance of Information Integrity
12:21 Automation and Workflow Management
15:22 Managing ADHD and Project Management
18:19 Event Modeling in Everyday Life
21:26 Simplicity in Consulting and Event Modeling
24:12 The Role of Event Modeling in Financial Systems
37:10 Understanding Risk in FinTech
39:19 The Power of Event Modeling
41:15 The Psychology of Productivity
45:03 Fear and Confidence in Software Development
49:28 Navigating Industry Changes and Fears
55:04 Simplicity in Tech Stacks
01:18 Lessons from Game Development