The Future of Software Is Small
2 days ago
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- The dominance of SaaS platforms is cyclical, influenced by economic rather than technical factors.
- Historical examples like IBM and AOL show how dominant platforms change over time due to economic tradeoffs.
- Abstractions in software development have made building easier but reduced ownership and understanding of underlying systems.
- Platforms like the Apple App Store and Salesforce control discovery and integration, making it hard to exist outside them.
- AI is expected to drastically reduce the cost of time, enabling custom applications tailored to individual needs.
- Future software trends may shift towards small, custom programs built on open protocols rather than locked-down platforms.
- Technologists need to focus on standards and protocols to improve data sharing, discovery, and management in the future.