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Cynical Developer

A UK based Technology and Software Developer Podcast that helps you to improve your development knowledge and career,
through explaining the latest and greatest in development technology and providing you with what you need to succeed as a developer.

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S2 · E23
June 15 · 5 min
Episode 23 - When AI Makes Your Codebase Worse
AI can help write code, but it can also make your codebase worse. James explores the pitfalls of AI-generated code and how to avoid them. Written by James Studdart. Voiced using an AI model of his voice.
S2 · E22
June 8 · 5 min
Episode 22 - The Ethics of AI in Software Teams
As AI becomes embedded in software development, ethical questions arise. James discusses the moral considerations teams should be thinking about. Written by James Studdart. Voiced using an AI model of his voice.
S2 · E21
June 1 · 5 min
Episode 21 - Why "No-Code" Keeps Failing
No-code platforms promise to democratize development, but they keep falling short. James examines why no-code struggles to deliver on its promises. Written by James Studdart. Voiced using an AI model of his voice.
S2 · E20
May 25 · 6 min
Episode 20 - The Coming Divide: AI-Augmented vs Non-Augmented Teams
A gap is forming between teams that embrace AI tools and those that don't. James explores what this divide means for the industry. Written by James Studdart. Voiced using an AI model of his voice.
S2 · E19
May 18 · 6 min
Episode 19 - Why AI Code Still Needs Senior Review
AI can generate code quickly, but that code still needs experienced eyes. James explains why senior review remains critical. Written by James Studdart. Voiced using an AI model of his voice.
S2 · E18
May 11 · 6 min
Episode 18 - Your LLM Is Not a Junior Developer
LLMs are powerful tools, but they're not junior developers you can just hand tasks to. James discusses how to think about AI assistants correctly. Written by James Studdart. Voiced using an AI model of his voice.
S2 · E17
May 4 · 6 min
Episode 17 - AI Won't Replace Developers — But It Will Replace Some Jobs
The AI replacement debate continues. James provides a nuanced take on which jobs are safe and which might be at risk. Written by James Studdart. Voiced using an AI model of his voice.
S2 · E16
April 27 · 6 min
Episode 16 - Observability Is Not Optional Anymore
In modern systems, observability is essential. James discusses why you can't afford to skip proper monitoring and tracing. Written by James Studdart. Voiced using an AI model of his voice.
S2 · E15
April 20 · 5 min
Episode 15 - Why Your Cloud Bill Keeps Going Up
Cloud costs spiral out of control for many organizations. James explores the common reasons and what you can do about it. Written by James Studdart. Voiced using an AI model of his voice.
S2 · E14
April 13 · 4 min
Episode 14 - APIs Are Products — Start Treating Them Like It
APIs are often an afterthought, but they're products that developers consume. James discusses why API design deserves more attention. Written by James Studdart. Voiced using an AI model of his voice.
S2 · E13
April 6 · 6 min
Episode 13 - The Death of "Clean Architecture" Dogma
Clean Architecture became a religion for some developers. James challenges the dogmatic adherence to architectural patterns. Written by James Studdart. Voiced using an AI model of his voice.
S2 · E12
March 30 · 5 min
Episode 12 - Monoliths Are Back (Because They Never Left)
The pendulum is swinging back to monoliths. James discusses why monolithic architectures are making a comeback and why they were never really a bad idea.

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