Episode 44 - Hermes Crab 🦀🐚
April 12, 2026
Show Notes
Summary
In this episode, Adam and Martin discuss various topics related to event modeling, event sourcing, and the impact of open-source technologies on software development. They share personal updates, explore new projects, and critique traditional Agile methodologies. The conversation also touches on the elitism within domain-driven design (DDD) and the importance of collaboration in software development. They highlight success stories in event modeling and the shift towards more personalized and efficient software solutions. In this conversation, Adam Dymitruk and Martin discuss the transformative power of event sourcing and event modeling in software development. They emphasize the importance of eliminating unnecessary meetings and status updates, advocating for a more streamlined approach to project management. The discussion also touches on the pitfalls of AI solutions that merely replicate existing workflows without addressing underlying issues. They explore the future of collaboration in event modeling, highlighting the potential for improved efficiency and decision-making through better communication and understanding of business needs. The conversation concludes with insights into branching and merging in event models, showcasing the flexibility and adaptability of this approach in modern software development.
Chapters
00:18 Welcome Back and Personal Updates
03:25 Exploring New Technologies and Projects
06:03 The Impact of Open Source on Software Development
09:23 Event Sourcing and Its Benefits
12:26 The Secret Club of DDD and Elitism in Design
15:18 Workshops and Real Conversations in DDD
18:20 Dungeon Masters and Knowledge Gatekeeping
21:29 Success Stories in Event Modeling
24:22 Critique of Agile Methodologies
27:23 The Future of Software Development and Personal Projects
34:39 The Power of Event Sourcing
39:26 Transforming Meetings with Event Modeling
44:20 The Illusion of AI Solutions
51:17 The Future of Event Modeling and Collaboration
01:01:18 Branching and Merging in Event Models