Neal and Mark aren’t just outstanding software architects; they are also exceptional teachers. With Fundamentals of Software Architecture, they have managed to condense the sprawling topic of architecture into a concise work that reflects their decades of experience. Whether you’re new to the role or you’ve been a practicing architect for many years, this book will help you be better at your job. I only wish they’d written this earlier in my career.
Nathaniel Schutta, Architect as a Service, ntschutta.io
Mark and Neal set out to achieve a formidable goal—to elucidate the many, layered fundamentals required to excel in software architecture—and they completed their quest. The software architecture field continuously evolves, and the role requires a daunting breadth and depth of knowledge and skills. This book will serve as a guide for many as they navigate their journey to software architecture mastery.
Rebecca J. Parsons, CTO, ThoughtWorks
Mark and Neal truly capture real world advice for technologists to drive architecture excellence. They achieve this by identifying common architecture characteristics and the trade-offs that are necessary to drive success.
Cassie Shum, Technical Director, ThoughtWorks