Link Dump #145

If you still do not know what to read, I come to the rescue:

1. #BookOfTheMonth: Communication Patterns
   
   
2. Software Architecture
   1. Vertical Slice Architecture #PickOfTheWeek
      In this article, you'll learn about Vertical Slice Architecture and how it attempts to solve the issues associated with layered designs. After that, you’ll explore this approach from a Domain Driven Design (DDD) perspective and discuss its flexibility.
3. Software Development
   1. Comparing Time Availability archetype implementations #PickOfTheWeek
      Learn what is the Time Availability archetype and what are the differences between its various implementations.
   2. Why did you build that feature?
      In this article, the author talks about the power of effectively defining features.
   3. AI Glossary for Java Developers
      In this article, the author explains the most important terms and acronyms to Java developers who are not already AI experts.
4. Testing
   1. A Deep Dive Into Flaky Tests #PickOfTheWeek
      This article discusses flaky tests, tests that are unstable and unpredictable because they may pass or even be in identical conditions. You will learn why they occur and some best practices to avoid them.
5. Languages and Frameworks
   1. 10 Plugins to Enhance Your IntelliJ IDEA Experience in 2024
      In this blog post, the author shares a list of cool plugins that will help you liven things up in your IDE.
6. Agile
   1. Are Agile and Scrum Dead?
      Are we already in the moment where agile and scrum are so popular we can finally treat them as a project management standard practice?
   2. 15 Retrospective Games Your Team Will Love #PickOfTheWeek
      Learn what are the most effective and fun retrospective games that you can conduct at the beginning, during, and at the end of your retrospectives.
7. Growth
   1. AI Detection: Falsely Accused of Using ChatGPT for Academic Writing
      No AI detector can be absolutely accurate. Read the article to learn how to effectively protect yourself and prove that you have maintained academic integrity.
   2. Win the Medals While Young
      In the article, you can find the author answer one of the most frequently asked questions from junior programmers (no matter their age): What should I focus on now to build the best career I can?
8. Fun
   1. How programmers sleep

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