Episode 52 - Selling Understanding
October 4, 2026
Show Notes
Summary
In this episode, Adam and Martin discuss their personal experiences with running and the importance of building endurance. They share insights from a recent event modeling masterclass, emphasizing the need for a solid understanding of foundational concepts before experimenting with advanced techniques. The conversation highlights the significance of consistency in both fitness and professional practices, as well as the challenges of maintaining simplicity in event modeling. In this conversation, Martin and Adam discuss the evolving landscape of programming practices, emphasizing the importance of pure functions, event modeling, and the role of AI in software development. They explore the challenges of testing, quality assurance, and managing dependencies, while also addressing the complexities of legacy code. The discussion highlights the need for a deeper understanding of systems and the potential of visualizing event models to enhance clarity and usability in software design. In this conversation, Adam Dymitruk and Martin discuss the evolution of software, user preferences, and the impact of AI on programming and event modeling. They explore the challenges of adapting to new systems, the future of coding, and the role of AI in enhancing user experiences. The discussion also touches on the upcoming Event Modeling Conference in 2027 and the community’s contributions to the field.
Chapters
00:18 Running and Building Endurance
09:20 Event Modeling Masterclass Insights
23:53 Embracing Change in Programming Practices
25:06 The Importance of Pure Functions in Testing
28:10 Quality Assurance Without Automated Tests
29:50 Understanding Event Modeling and Event Sourcing
33:14 The Role of AI in Software Development
35:22 Managing Dependencies and Change
39:19 Legacy Code and Event Modeling
41:22 Integrating Event Modeling with CRUD Systems
51:12 Visualizing Event Models for Better Understanding
53:26 Navigating Software Evolution and User Preferences
56:18 The Shift in Code Interaction and Event Modeling
01:00:19 The Future of Programming and AI Integration
01:03:05 Event Sourcing and Community Contributions
01:06:24 AI in Everyday Applications and Gaming
01:10:32 Looking Ahead: Event Modeling Conference 2027