Core
 vs.
 Context:
 Lessons
 From
 the 
Trenches
 of 
Application 
Development

This presentation explores some real-world strategies for balancing application development demands for - functionality, speed, efficiency, robustness, flexibility, cost, usability, timeliness, supportability, scalability... you get the idea.

Topics will include:

• How to Recognize the Client
• Anticipating Change
• Focusing on the Application Purpose
• Avoiding Self-Inflicted Maintenance
• One for All and All for One (or déjà vu)
• Knowing What We Know

Learn about some techniques:

• Why serializing is your friend
• How to rely on the electricity
• About selective amnesia
• Minding your own business.