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Why Tech Debt Isn’t the Enemy

In this episode, Amir sits down with Brent Keator, an expert advisor at Primary Venture Partners, to unpack one of the most debated engineering challenges: tech debt versus reengineering. They explore how to define tech debt, when to refactor versus rebuild, the ROI of revisiting old code, and how AI is (and isn't) changing the equation. This is a must-listen for engineering leaders navigating complex technical decisions in fast-moving environments.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

Tech debt isn't always bad—just misunderstood. Brent reframes it as part of the software evolution, often misjudged in hindsight…

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