Everything on Technical Debt

A zero-dependency approach using Java SE and Jakarta EE standards simplifies migrations and security audits.

Impact: Extends project lifespan and reduces operational costs associated with dependency management.

— from Maximizing AI Efficiency with BCE Architecture and Quarkus · The InfoQ Podcast· May 11, 2026

AI makes the resolution of long-standing technical debt and 'flaky' test suites tractable by automating the research and propagation of fixes across large codebases.

Impact: Improved codebase stability and a superior developer experience by eliminating low-value manual maintenance.

— from Scaling Engineering Velocity through Agentic AI: Intercom's Framework · How I AI· Apr 20, 2026

Legacy code should be treated as an active liability with defined end dates, prioritized for refactoring based on security and business relevance rather than being left indefinitely.

Impact: Reduces security risks and maintenance costs by systematically addressing outdated systems, preventing technical debt from becoming a critical vulnerability.

— from Digital Sovereignty and Strategic Build vs Buy · Becoming CTO Secrets· Apr 07, 2026