Jake Bruun: The Impact of Event Modeling and Event Sourcing | EP 29 | Pathfinders Podcast

Summary

In this lively exchange, Jake Bruun shares his journey through tech, reflecting on lessons, challenges, and joys along the way. Together with Vijayan Swaminathan, they dive deep into software development, community, and life philosophies — blending technical insights with personal wisdom and humor.

🎮 Jake Bruun’s tech journey began with gaming & programming.
🗣️ Communication is as vital as code in software success.
🔄 Event modeling and Event sourcing simplify system design.
🤖 AI & open source fuel rapid tech evolution.
🏚️ Maintaining legacy code often outweighs rewriting.
😂 Humor + professionalism = healthier tech culture.
🌱 Growth mindset: failures = lessons.
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Authenticity & community matter more than titles.
🍻 Pursuing passions (like brewing beer) builds balance & connection.

✨Takeaway: Tech thrives when people, community, and joy are at the center.

==============FOLLOW================

👉Follow our guest Jake Bruun

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakebruun/

Website: https://www.evntd.com/

👉Follow our host Vijayan Swaminathan

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vijayanswaminathan/

Website: https://xaddwell.com/

LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/vijswam

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