Event Storming - Part 2 - with Alberto Brandolini

Let's face it – the concepts we use everyday are complex. While CQRS, DDD, and other architectural patterns may be 20+ years old now, anyone who's learned them can tell you that it takes a while to get the hang of it. Today, Sara speaks with Jaroslav Schnaubert of ASSIST on strategies to ease the learning curve – from breaking down the process and restructuring your mindset when learning new concepts in software development.

In this episode, Sara is joined by Emilien Pecoul – software developer, architect, and entrepreneur.  They discuss the benefits of using patterns such as domain-driven design (DDD), event sourcing, and Command Query Responsibility Segregation (CQRS) in startup companies and for freelancers looking for their next project. Emilien shares insights into his background as a freelancer and entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of learning and adopting effective software development practices. He discusses how he started as a freelancer in 2013, facing challenges in finding companies aligned with his preferred working practices. He highlights the role of meetups and conferences in connecting with like-minded developers – and about his work with his start-up, "The Actual Job," to help mentor full-time developers in their journey to become freelancers. The discussion expands to cover the significance of DDD, with Emilien sharing his journey in understanding and implementing DDD principles. He acknowledges the initial difficulty in grasping DDD concepts but emphasizes the value it brings to building robust software. The interview explores the complexities of domain-driven design, especially in translating abstract concepts to practical implementations. They go on to talk about how these concepts translated into the realities of Emilien's daily life at his freshly created start-up. The interview concludes with insights into the importance of understanding why and how to implement certain patterns, adapting strategies based on project requirements, and making informed decisions to avoid unnecessary complexity.

In this episode, Sara interviews Frédéric Bouvet, a seasoned software engineer, focusing on his experience with CQRS, DDD, and event sourcing patterns within the Axon Framework and Axon Server. The conversation revolves around Frédéric’s journey migrating a monolith to microservices at SlimPay, a payment company in Paris. Frédéric shares insights into the benefits of CQRS, the challenges of introducing these patterns to a team, and the steps involved in the migration process, emphasizing knowledge sharing and code reviews. The episode provides practical insights into the implementation of these architectural choices, shedding light on both challenges and benefits in a real-world context.

Curious about the dynamics of Open Space & Unconferences? In this episode of Exploring Axon, Sara Torrey sits down with the multi-hyphenate Houssam Fakih – an ”unconference disorganizer,” facilitator, mentor, coach, co-author, speaker, and developer.  The two touch on how these vibrant, participant-driven gatherings thrive on sharing knowledge, stimulating discussions, and fostering relationships. The two discuss the interesting dynamics within open spaces, the process, and the enriching experiences they can offer.  Learn how these spaces can help you contribute your burning questions and engage in meaningful discussions. No speakers, no presentations, just pure knowledge sharing. Dive in!

Tune in to unravel the intricacies of knowledge sharing and software development in this captivating season 7 opener of Exploring Axon featuring Sylvain Coudert – a freelance developer and podcaster from France – and host Sara Torrey.

Exploring Axon is back from hiatus to bring an update on an exciting event taking place in Amsterdam this September – AxonIQ Conference 2023 and DrivUn, an unconference for the latest trends in event-driven, domain-driven, and message-driven systems.  In this episode, Sara sits down with AxonIQ CTO Allard Buijze as well as AxonIQ Developer Advocate Milen Dyankov, who's taking the lead on the inaugural DrivUn event. The trio discuss what you can expect from both events – and why you need to be there! Early bird tickets remain available as of the time of this publishing, so snag a deal while you can!

Using best software development practices and checking code quality can be challenging for many teams, especially distributed ones. Cédric Teyton and his team have developed a platform to give flexible and customizable ways to check the quality of the code base and share knowledge amongst teams easily.

Spring and Axon's relationship began in 2010 when Josh Long interviewed Allard Buijze about Axon Framework through InfoQ. Josh and Sara spoke about the beginnings of this relationship, how it has evolved over the years, and the evolution of various architectural patterns in this episode.

Working on legacy systems is always challenging. But what about a 40-year-old legacy system still at the heart of order management of a very large Swedish furniture company? Sara and Shopey talked about these challenges and much more.

Working on legacy systems is always challenging. But what about a 40-year-old legacy system still at the heart of order management of a very large Swedish furniture company? Sara and Shopey talked about these challenges and much more.