We won't always need software engineers
Folks, we won’t always need software engineers. Reflections on how the translation layer between thought and execution is being automated and why the hard work moves upstream, toward intent and judgment.
The Future of DevOps in an AI World
How AI will push DevOps beyond automation toward systems of intent, autonomous operations, and architectures that align execution with purpose.
Why Legacy Code Deserves a Better Narrative
We published a new article exploring why legacy systems should be treated as accumulated intention, and how AI-assisted semantic modernization can turn technical debt into strategic leverage.
Artwork update: Agentic concept spread
We have been refining a new piece of visual artwork for the book: an agentic concept spread centered on the emerging relationship between human engineers and AI systems. The latest iteration introduces the hands motif to make that collaboration feel more tangible and grounded.
Locking down the manuscript
This is a long book, and we are now locking down the manuscript with a final pass on structure, pacing, and readability. We are trying not to induce timeline dysphoria by hopping from 1950 to 2050 and back again every other paragraph. It is an exciting stage, and we are actively looking for forewords to help frame the journey and context for readers.
Website Launch
We are excited to launch the website for A Brief History of Engineering. This is the new home for updates on the manuscript, behind-the-scenes progress, and release milestones as we build toward 2026.
