Link Dump #200

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1. Software Architecture
   1. Optimizing Cloud Costs With Serverless Architectures: A Technical Perspective
      The authors explore cloud cost optimization with serverless architectures, focusing on dynamic scaling, function design, and case studies.
2. Software Development
   1. Big Challenges of Event Storming Big Picture #PickOfTheWeek
      Ever feel like your big picture workshop leaves you with more questions than answers? It means you're uncovering complexity and building shared understanding. Learn why focusing on hotspots, skipping the tiny details, and accepting unfinished bits will actually set you (and your team) up for real success.
   2. “InnerSource : An Approach to Innovative Software Development
      This article details key benefits like enhanced code reusability, increased employee engagement, and significant cost and time savings. Learn how embracing InnerSource can transform your development processes and boost overall organizational health.
   3. Top 6 Biggest Business Myths About ML Projects #PickOfTheWeek
      This article debunks the top 6 misconceptions about Machine Learning projects, including 'AI is good for everything' and 'just throw in the data.' Discover why ML requires a nuanced approach and how to set realistic expectations for successful initiatives.
   4. The dangers of AI "agentwashing" #PickOfTheWeek
      This article exposes the overhyped use of 'AI agent' and why many agentic AI projects are failing, with Gartner predicting over 40% will be canceled by 2027. Discover the real definition of a true AI agent and the pitfalls that lead to escalating costs and unclear business value.
3. Clean Code
   1. DDD in Gen AI Era: Why Strategic Design Matters More Than Ever #PickOfTheWeek
      This article provides essential insights into where LLMs excel (problem exploration) and where they catastrophically fail (system design without context). Get practical advice on auditing AI usage, establishing domain boundaries, and investing in strategic thinking to use AI as a powerful amplifier, not a replacement for human design.
4. Languages and Libraries
   1. Java 25 Features Overview
      This article highlights key performance and memory enhancements in the upcoming Java 25 LTS release, including Compact Object Headers (JEP 519) for reduced memory footprint and JFR Enhancements (JEP 509, 518, 520) for more precise performance analysis. Discover how JDK 25 boosts efficiency.
   2. Stream processing: An Introduction to Event Time in Apache Flink
      This post focuses on event time support in Apache Flink. The author defines what event time is with Apache Flink, he examines the different notions of time in a stream processing framework, and describes how Flink works with Watermarks to measure progress in event time.
5. Agile
   1. Self-Organizing Teams, their Benefits, and a Leader’s Role #PickOfTheWeek
      Cultivate innovation and resilience in your self-organizing teams. This article helps to understand how your support and ability to foster an environment conducive to self-organization can dramatically increase speed and team effectiveness.