Episode 582: Talking About Modernization

Episode 582: Talking About Modernization

Author: Software Defined Talk LLC July 24, 2026 Duration: 1:06:36

This week, we discuss Bun's move to Rust, OpenAI hunting for revenue, and Stripe's bid for PayPal. Plus, Coté's Dad wisdom.

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