GOTO Conferences Courses

REST - I Don't Think It Means What You Think It Does

Explore common misconceptions about REST architecture, its principles, and best practices for designing truly RESTful APIs with insights from SOA expert Stefan Tilkov.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Root Cause Analysis of Some Faults in Design Patterns

Explore design pattern flaws, focusing on Observer, Adapter, and Iterator. Learn valuable lessons for improved pattern writing and implementation in software development.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Software Architecture vs Code

Explore the disconnect between software architecture and code, and learn strategies to align them for better development practices and team communication.

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Polyglot Data

Explore diverse data models and their applications in solving complex problems. Learn to choose the right approach for each scenario, avoiding accidental complexity in software development.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

So You Want To Rewrite That

Explore the technical and cultural implications of replatforming systems, including best practices and potential pitfalls when replacing outdated or inefficient software architectures.

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Kicking the Complexity Habit

Examines how familiar software tools and processes can mask complexity, and why recognizing those coping habits matters for simpler programming.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

The Fundamentals of Garbage Collector Performance

Explore garbage collector performance fundamentals, including generational GCs, strategies, and old generation collectors. Learn principles to optimize Java application performance.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Functional Principles for Object-Oriented Development

Explore functional programming principles applicable to OO development. Learn techniques for clearer, higher-quality code in Java and C#, drawing insights from both paradigms to enhance your development skills.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Beyond the Polar Bear

Explore domain modeling for improved UX, SEO, and content organization. Learn to structure websites organically, enhancing findability and user journeys through meaningful topic connections.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

The Cognitive Abilities of Human Beings

Explore psychological theories behind user difficulties in interface design. Understand cognitive abilities to create more effective and user-friendly systems.

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Lambdas in Java - A Peek under the Hood

Explore lambda expressions in Java SE 8, their implementation using invokedynamic, and the performance implications. Gain insights into JVM architecture and language design.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Worse Is Better, for Better or for Worse

Explore the counterintuitive "Worse Is Better" concept in software development, challenging conventional wisdom about product design, user experience, and market success.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Why Agile Doesn't Scale and What You Can Do About It

Explore challenges of scaling Agile and strategies for successful large-scale delivery, focusing on shared principles, clear vision, and contextual consistency as key enablers.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Without Simplicity, There's Just No Agility

Explore how simplicity in software design enhances agility, improves comprehension, and leads to adaptable solutions. Learn practical techniques for reducing complexity and managing natural constraints in development.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Incentives - Why or Why Not

Explore the surprising research on incentives and their impact on motivation, challenging common beliefs about rewards and punishments in various contexts, from animal behavior to software development.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk