Monday Jun 17, 2024
Episode 2, Tech Debt or Security? What makes you migrate?
In episode 2, of the ActiveState podcast series,"Tech Debt or Security? What Makes You Migrate?" hosts Shane Warden, director of engineering, and Evan Smith, director of product, discuss the crucial decision between managing technical debt and addressing security issues. They explore how the definitions of tech debt and security have evolved, the trade-offs between rapid delivery and system stability, and the key indicators for when to migrate or upgrade systems. Listeners will gain insights into the impacts of tech debt on performance, the unpredictability of security threats, and practical strategies for proactive system maintenance. This episode provides valuable guidance for engineering and product management professionals looking to enhance their decision-making frameworks.
00:00 Introduction and Hosts Introduction
00:28 Defining Tech Debt and Security
02:13 The Evolution of Tech Debt
04:32 Customer Perception and Impact
05:33 When to Address Tech Debt
07:45 Balancing Tech Debt and Security
12:06 Proactive vs. Reactive Approaches
15:51 Strategies for Staying Up-to-Date
20:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
00:00 Introduction and Hosts Introduction
00:28 Defining Tech Debt and Security
02:13 The Evolution of Tech Debt
04:32 Customer Perception and Impact
05:33 When to Address Tech Debt
07:45 Balancing Tech Debt and Security
12:06 Proactive vs. Reactive Approaches
15:51 Strategies for Staying Up-to-Date
20:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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