ArchiCraft: Solution Architecture Insights for AI Engineering

Join us for an architectural deep-dive into Policy-Based Access Control (PBAC) , the essential framework for modern Zero Trust security. In this episode, we explore why traditional Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) is collapsing under the weight of "role explosion" and how externalizing authorization decouples policy lifecycles from software release cycles. We dissect the core components...

Welcome to the tension between overconfidence and self-doubt — the quiet forces shaping every engineering team. This episode explores how the  Dunning-Kruger effect  (overestimating competence) and  Impostor Syndrome (underestimating competence) represent opposite but connected forms of miscalibrated self-perception. We delve into the  toxic team dynamics  created when overconfident novices clash...

In this episode, titled "AI-Driven Forecasting Architecture in Enterprise", we delve into an integrated architecture for advanced enterprise analytics. This strategic blueprint integrates predictive, prescriptive, and cognitive analytics to fundamentally transform enterprise operations from a reactive, hindsight-based posture to a proactive, foresight-driven one, significantly enhancing...

This podcast episode, "AI Colleagues: The New Org Chart," dives deep into the  profound transformation underway in the corporate landscape , where AI agents are fundamentally re-engineering traditional organisational structures. We explore the essential  architectural and psychological shifts  required to lead effectively in this new era of human-AI collaboration. Discover how  Enterprise Architec...

Remember that sinking feeling when a critical system fails post-launch? It’s a lesson in resilience that sticks with you. Now, imagine that complexity amplified by AI. The EU's Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is here, and it's not just another regulation. It's a fundamental shift for any ICT system in the financial sector. DORA isn't a burden; it's an opportunity. It...

This podcast episode introduces the Model Context Protocol (MCP), an open standard designed to solve the critical challenge of connecting Large Language Models (LLMs) with chaotic enterprise data systems. It demonstrates how MCP acts as a universal "bridge" for AI, using a detailed business case in financial reporting (XBRL) to illustrate how complex, real-world workflows can be automate...

In this episode, we explore the fundamental paradigm shift that agentic Artificial Intelligence represents in enterprise architecture, moving from passive models to autonomous systems that anticipate needs and take initiative. We'll delve into the core principles of agency , such as autonomy, adaptability, goal-oriented behaviour, and continuous learning, which enable these systems to operate...

In this insightful episode of "ArchiCraft", titled " 10 Mistakes Undermining Solution Architects ", we delve into the prevalent missteps frequently encountered by Solution Architects. Our aim is to provide detailed insights, strategies, and practical examples to help you effectively navigate these architectural challenges. This episode will serve as a comprehensive resource, of...

In Episode 7 of  ArchiCraft ,  “Agentic AI Time Digest – New Architectural Imperatives in Enterprise AI,”  we explore the shift from model-centric to system-centric thinking in enterprise AI. This episode is tailored for solution and enterprise architects navigating AI-native ecosystems. We unpack key transformations shaping modern AI stacks: 🟦 Agentic frameworks  and the rise of  AgentOps  — man...

This episode, "The Nine Pillars to Architectural Excellence," is your comprehensive guide to excelling in the Solution Architect role. We delve into nine crucial things and practices that contribute to architectural mastery. Discover how embracing lessons from your mistakes and failures, alongside a vigilant approach that combines perfectionism and an appreciation for aesthetics, lays a...

Join Dmytro Golodiuk as he unveils his personal collection of everyday apps designed to make life smoother, more organised, and enjoyable for regular folks. This isn't about highly specialised professional tools, but rather the digital companions that effortlessly weave into daily routines. Dmytro shares how he uses each app and why they matter to him, offering insights that might inspire you...

In this fourth episode "Agentic AI Time: Deep-Dive Newsletter,” we explore Agentic AI's transformative impact on enterprise IT. We delve into the "agentic AI mesh," a new architectural paradigm for orchestrating AI systems and addressing complexities like technical debt and systemic risks. Discover how enterprises are transitioning from isolated AI pilots to comprehensive, colla...

The conversation around agentic AI is stuck on prompts and model capabilities. But for architects in the trenches, that’s a dangerous misdirection. The real, career-defining challenge isn't the AI — it's the distributed system that hosts it. Moving from a single-agent demo to a production-grade swarm of autonomous agents forces us to confront the most fundamental problems in software archi...

🎙️  Exciting News – I’ve launched a podcast! Introducing  ArchiCraft: Navigating Architecture, AI and Engineering For years, I’ve been writing about modern software and solution architecture, enterprise tech strategies, and the growing influence of AI in engineering. Now, I’m turning those ideas into a new format:  short, focused podcast episodes  — powered by AI and based on my original blog post...

Ever wondered what it  really  takes to train a massive AI model like the ones powering the latest tech? We move beyond speculation and get down to the numbers. In this episode, we answer a very specific question: How long would it actually take to train a 70-billion parameter Large Language Model on a colossal 15-trillion token dataset using a supercomputer cluster of 1024 NVIDIA H100 GPUs? Join...

In this special episode, we explore why your choice of User Interface is one of the most profound architectural decisions you can make, arguing that UIs are not merely a superficial layer but are foundational to your entire system design. This episode dives into a theme I call  "The User Interface is the Architecture,"  which reframes UI selection from a simple design choice to a foundat...