# Michael Springer: Vetting External Dependencies

EP-083 | January 11, 2021 | 50:43



Topics: Open Source, Architecture


Robby speaks with Michael Springer, Software Engineer at JazzHR. They discuss the importance (and challenge) of naming things in your code, how to adopt a package vetting procedure as a team, and strategies to simplify comprehension for new team members. Michael also shares the long-term impact on all dependencies and their dependencies.





## Show Notes

Robby speaks with Michael Springer, Software Engineer at JazzHR. They discuss the importance (and challenge) of naming things in your code, how to adopt a package vetting procedure as a team, and strategies to simplify comprehension for new team members. Michael also shares the long-term impact on all dependencies and their dependencies.

## Helpful Links

- [Michael on Twitter](https://twitter.com/sprngr_)
- [Sprngr.com](https://sprngr.com)
- [Book Recommendation] [Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World, Cal Newport](https://www.calnewport.com/books/deep-work/)

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