The Story of the Code

Explore the narrative behind code in this engaging conference talk from ACCU 2023. Delve into the importance of understanding not just what code does, but why it exists and how it came to be. Learn how to preserve the context, design decisions, and problem-solving processes that shape software development. Discover techniques for documenting the story of your code, from initial conception to final implementation. Gain insights into how this narrative approach can improve code maintainability, facilitate better decision-making, and enhance collaboration among development teams. Through Dom Davis's blend of humor and expertise, grasp the significance of treating code as more than just instructions for a computer, but as a rich tapestry of problem-solving and creative thinking.