Hillside PatternCast

In this episode, our host, Eduardo Guerra, sits down with Joshua Kerievsky to explore the enduring value and important role of pattern languages in software development and other domains. Joshua shares insights from his extensive experience, discussing how pattern languages help teams capture proven solutions, communicate complex ideas, and foster continuous learning. The discussion explores why a pattern language is more powerful than individual patterns, showing how it connects related patterns into a coherent system and reveals the relationships and trade-offs among them.

In this episode, our host, Eduardo Guerra, talks with Rebecca Wirfs-Brock and Michael Salé about shepherding, a process at the heart of our patterns community. The discussion explores how thoughtful guidance can transform ideas, elevate work to its full potential, and unlock the deeper essence of patterns. They dive into the subtle craft of supporting others—balancing critique with care, fostering trust, and helping authors find clarity and confidence in their own voice. Whether you are in the role of author or shepherd, this conversation will challenge how you think about collaboration and inspire you to refine the way you help others grow.

In this episode, our host Eduardo Guerra sit down with Graham Lee to explore how software teams can work more effectively with AI tools through the adoption of clear patterns—and avoiding common anti‑patterns—when improving their development process. The conversation dives into practical guidance, shared vocabulary, and lessons learned from real-world experience, offering valuable insights for developers and architects navigating the fast‑evolving space of AI‑augmented software engineering.

While many developers are familiar with the SOLID principles of object-oriented design, microservices demand a different set of practices to deal with the challenges of distributed systems. In this episode, host Eduardo Guerra talks with Paulo Merson, a renowned software architecture expert, about IDEALS—a framework for designing robust microservices. Throughout the conversation, they explore each IDEALS principle: Interface Segregation, Deployability, Event-driven architecture, Availability over Consistency, Loose Coupling, and Single Responsibility. The discussion highlights why each principle matters and presents patterns that can be used to put them into practice.
⁠Principles for Microservice Design: Think IDEALS, Rather than SOLID
The InfoQ eMag: Re-Examining Microservices after the First Decade
Slide presentation about IDEALS:
Merson IDEALS microservice design.pdf

In this episode, host Eduardo Guerra welcomes back the always-inspiring MaryLynn Manns for another rich conversation. Together, they explore what it really takes for your patterns to live on after they’re published. They dive into how an initial set of patterns can evolve and grow over time, how to keep them relevant, and how to spread the word in meaningful ways. From nurturing community involvement to discovering new opportunities for sharing and refinement, this discussion shines a light on the ongoing journey of bringing patterns to life. So… are you living your patterns?