304. Why "It Depends" is a Developer's Most Important Phrase

About this episode

This episode explores why senior developers often say 'it depends' and the complexities of decision making in software development.

Why do senior developers always say "it depends"? Why can't they just answer the question? Why do we have all of these choices in software development? Why can't we just agree on the best solution? Doesn't AI make these decisions easier? Should we care? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of DevQuestions. Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https:/...

People in this episode

Host: Tim Corey

Topics covered

• software development
• decision making
• senior developers
• AI in development
• best solutions

Keywords

• it depends
• software choices
• senior developers
• AI decisions
• development solutions

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Organizations: AI

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