PHP UK Conference 2016 - Michael Heap - Automation Automation Automation

This talk explores the importance of automation in software development, highlighting a key principle that repetitive tasks should be automated when performed three times or more. The speaker examines the trade-offs between time investment and long-term gains, illustrating how automating simple tasks can lead to significant time savings. Participants will learn about various tools available for automation and consider critical questions regarding the necessity and feasibility of automating specific tasks. The discussion also addresses the surprising instances where choosing not to automate may be the best decision.