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InfoQ previews the September cohorts of its online certification programs
InfoQ’s September online certification programs are now previewed, offering a valuable opportunity for professionals seeking to elevate their expertise. Led by experienced facilitators—Luca Mezzalira, Michelle Brush, Zichuan Xiong, and Premanand Chandrasekaran—these cohorts promise focused learning and practical application. Explore these programs to transform your skillset and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape. For deeper insights into essential AI skills, consider our related article, "5 AI Skills That Will Keep Data Scientists Relevant in 2027."
Podcast: The Human Edge: Why Brownfield Codebases Need Mob Programming, Not Just AI Vibes
Beyond continuous deployment and pair engineering, Asgaut Mjølne Söderbom and Ola Hast explore the evolving landscape of software development in this episode of *The Human Edge*. They delve into recent experiments with AI coding tools like Claude Code, ultimately finding it valuable for many tasks but not ideal for core coding. The conversation builds directly on their previous discussion, offering a practical perspective on integrating AI into established workflows, particularly within complex, brownfield codebases.
Mini book: Architecture as a Socio-Technical Craft
Architecture isn't a static blueprint; it's a dynamic craft shaped by evolving regulations, technology, and market forces. This concise collection, "Architecture as a Socio-Technical Craft," explores how even well-designed systems can silently lose their fitness over time. Spanning seven articles—covering context stores, gateways, and topologies—it reframes architecture as a deliberate process of managing friction, optimizing fitness, and enhancing flow. Discover how teams can actively cultivate this evolving landscape, echoing insights from related discussions like Harper’s arguments for single-runtime architectures.
Rx.NET 7.0 Reduces Deployment Size by Splitting Windows UI Support
Rx.NET 7.0 streamlines Windows application deployment by strategically splitting Windows UI support. This release separates WPF, Windows Forms, UWP, and Windows Runtime integration from the core System.Reactive package, a significant change that minimizes deployment size. Previously, self-contained applications could unnecessarily inherit tens of megabytes in framework dependencies. This focused update empowers developers to build leaner, more efficient applications. For broader context on modern development trends, explore our recent discussion on Cloud and DevOps InfoQ trends.
Podcast: Cloud and DevOps InfoQ Trends Report 2026: AI, Resilience, Platforms, FinOps, and Sovereignty
The InfoQ editorial staff presents the Cloud and DevOps InfoQ Trends Report 2026, a vital overview of key developments shaping the future of cloud and DevOps. This podcast episode features a candid discussion among InfoQ contributors—Daniel Bryant, Matt Saunders, Shweta Vohra, Steef-Jan Wiggers, and Mark Silvester—exploring AI's impact, resilience strategies, platform evolution, FinOps best practices, and data sovereignty concerns. Gain actionable insights from expert practitioners and discover what to prioritize in the coming year.
Article: InfoQ Culture and Methods Trends Report - 2026
The InfoQ Culture and Methods Trends Report – 2026, compiled by Shane Hastie and the InfoQ editorial team, synthesizes key shifts in software development culture and practices as we see them unfolding. This report offers a concise overview of emergent trends, providing valuable insights for engineering leaders and practitioners navigating the evolving landscape. Discover actionable takeaways and anticipate future needs within your organization. For deeper exploration of essential tools supporting this evolution, see our related article, "The Minimal AI Engineer Toolkit for 2026."
Podcast: Culture & Methods Trends 2026: The Human Side of AI Engineering
The Engineering Culture Trends Report for 2026 reveals critical shifts in AI adoption and its impact on software engineering. This podcast, featuring insights from QCon and InfoQ contributors, explores AI adoption maturity, evolving team structures, and the essential human elements often overlooked in the rush to innovate. Ben Linders, Rafiq Gemmail, and others examine the challenges and opportunities ahead. Discover how engineering teams are adapting—and what must be preserved—as AI reshapes the landscape.
SkiaSharp 4.0 Establishes Milestone-Aligned Release Cadence
SkiaSharp 4.0 marks a significant shift, establishing a milestone-aligned release cadence for enhanced stability and predictability. Microsoft and Uno Platform have launched the initial stable versions – SkiaSharp 4.148.0 and 4.150.0 – with a 4.151.0 prerelease line demonstrating this new approach. This synchronization with upstream Skia milestones ensures users benefit from the latest advancements efficiently. For those seeking a broader perspective on AI's impact on engineering, consider "The Five Stages of AI Maturity in Engineering Organizations," which explores why AI investments often fall short.
Podcast: WebAssembly on the JVM: Feature Evolution, Performance, and the Transition to Endive
Unlock the future of server-side computation with our latest podcast episode: "WebAssembly on the JVM: Feature Evolution, Performance, and the Transition to Endive." Andrea Peruffo expertly details WebAssembly's expansion beyond the browser, highlighting significant performance gains through JIT compilation and showcasing real-world applications—from edge computing to modular plugin systems. Discover how this technology is transforming data management and enabling innovative architectures. For deeper insight into optimizing complex systems, explore our article, "The 3× Token Bill We Didn’t See Coming."
Cloudflare Introduces Meerkat for Strongly Consistent Global Coordination
Cloudflare's introduction of Meerkat represents a significant advancement in globally consistent control-plane services. Built on the QuePaxa consensus algorithm, Meerkat uniquely enables leaderless writes while maintaining strong consistency—a critical improvement for availability across Cloudflare’s extensive network. This innovative approach addresses limitations found in systems like Raft, ensuring reliable operation even under challenging conditions. For a deeper understanding of Cloudflare’s ongoing efforts to enhance infrastructure, explore our article on Cloudflare’s newly launched Internal DNS service.
Yelp Unifies ML Model Training with Training Orchestrator
Yelp has streamlined its machine learning model training process with the launch of Training Orchestrator, a new internal framework designed to enhance efficiency and consistency. Replacing disparate team scripts, this configuration-driven system utilizes a DAG-based execution model for improved control and scalability. This shift empowers data scientists to focus on model development, not infrastructure management. For further insight into the complexities of AI agent evaluation, explore our recent article on the challenges of ensuring a perfect conversation, as discussed at VB Transform 2026.
Three InfoQ Certification Cohorts Start This August: Meet the Facilitators
This August, InfoQ launches three distinct five-week online certification cohorts, designed to elevate your expertise through practical application of QCon talk frameworks. Led by senior practitioners, these cohorts offer focused development in architecture (Luca Mezzalira), engineering leadership (Michelle Brush), and AI security and privacy (Katharine Jarmul). Secure your spot and embark on a transformative learning journey—enrollment is now open. For deeper insights into related challenges, explore how DoorDash achieves exceptional proxy cache availability with Envoy and Valkey.
Podcast: Strands Agents with Clare Liguori
Welcome to the podcast! Today, Thomas Betts speaks with Clare Liguori, technical lead for the Strands Agents SDK, a rapidly evolving open-source project. The discussion charts Strands Agents’ progression from a Python SDK to a robust, production-ready agent harness. Clare shares valuable lessons gleaned from scaling agents, including the strategic shift to a model-driven architecture. As the underlying LLMs continue to advance, explore what's next for this transformative technology—a topic further illuminated in "Many Companies Use AI.