Episode 94: What Did You Think You Were Saying Yes To?

Jeffrey and Isaac explore the motivations and expectations surrounding software rewrites from various stakeholders, including developers, IT leadership, product groups, marketing, finance, support, and customers. They discuss the perceived benefits and the reality of rewrites, emphasizing that while many believe rewrites will lead to improved reliability and a better work environment, the truth is that rewrites often fail to deliver on these promises. Chapters 00:00 Understanding the Developer's Perspective on Rewrites 04:16 IT Leadership's Expectations from Rewrites 10:29 Product Group's Perspective on Rewrites 13:30 Marketing Group's Expectations 16:13 Finance's View on Rewrites 19:17 Support Group's Perspective 21:53 Customer Expectations and Rewrites