Architecture as Code - Neal Ford

This talk covers the concept of Architecture as Code, a feedback-driven methodology that integrates architectural practices with the entire software ecosystem through executable definitions and continuous validation. The speaker discusses how this approach differs from conventional testing frameworks by serving as a feedback mechanism. Attendees learn about nine key intersections that encompass implementation, engineering practices, business alignment, team dynamics, and generative AI, emphasizing the importance of detecting deviations from architectural intent. The session offers practical examples of expressing architectural rules in code, enabling ongoing feedback to keep systems aligned with changing requirements and constraints.