Architecting for Tomorrow: A Pragmatic Perspective
summary
Argues modern architecture is pragmatic bridge work: document decisions with ADRs kept in the repo, enforce architecture with automated Fitness functions that run like unit tests, and produce layered diagrams using C4 + Structurizr tied to version control. Advocates Just-enough and Just-in-time architecture, incremental design, small experiments that are rolled back next sprint if they fail, and a culture of fail-fast plus ownership (Asoh Defense, Elsa Mindset) so architecture adapts while delivering measurable value.
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chapters (6)
- 0:00Introduction and welcome
- 2:35From Ivory Tower to collaboration
- 8:46Modern architect characteristics
- 16:02Evolving architect skill set
- 26:39Tools for pragmatic architects
- 33:53Recap and closing
