Is Efficiency a Good Thing? The Hidden Costs of Optimization in Modern Tech

Watch a thought-provoking conference talk exploring the paradox of modern efficiency in tech, examining how despite cloud-native applications, infrastructure as code, and widespread automation, many technologists feel less productive than ever. Delve into critical questions about whether the relentless pursuit of efficiency has led to unintended consequences like system fragility, increased resource consumption, and employee burnout. Learn why optimization efforts may not be delivering their promised benefits and consider whether efficiency should remain a primary goal in technology or if alternative approaches might better serve both people and systems.