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Published on April 7, 2026

SAG 2025 – Expert Interview with Golo Roden: Why Understanding the Domain Matters More Than Choosing the Right Technology

Many software teams rely on familiar approaches like CRUD because they are simple, widely understood, and quick to implement. But according to Golo Roden, this often comes at the cost of losing context, history, and the deeper understanding needed to solve real-world problems.

In this interview, Golo shares why event sourcing and Domain-Driven Design (DDD) are often misunderstood, how better communication between developers and domain experts can prevent expensive mistakes, and why software architecture is ultimately about understanding people and their problems rather than choosing the latest technology.

Key Takeaways:

1. CRUD isn't always the simplest solution in the long run.
2. Event sourcing captures context that traditional CRUD systems often lose.
3. Domain-Driven Design starts with communication, not technology.
4. Shared understanding is more valuable than shared tools.
5. Great software begins with understanding the real-world problem.

Curious to hear Golo's complete perspective on CRUD, event sourcing, and Domain-Driven Design? Watch the full interview to explore the trade-offs of different architectural approaches and learn why communication remains the foundation of successful software architecture.

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