Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 03/07/2026This is a great unconference. Please help ensure it will run again next year. 010
Reposted by Seb RoseSoCraTes UK @socratesuk.bsky.social · 01/07/2026SoCraTes UK 2026 was a fantastic event as always. Sadly this year we sold fewer tickets and had fewer sponsors than we hoped, and the upshot is that we finished this year’s event with a shortfall of £2,300. :( #SoCraTesUK #SoftwareCraftcrowdfunder.co.ukSoCraTes UK 2026 CrowdfunderSoCraTes UK 2026 was a fantastic event as always. Sadly this year we sold fewer tickets than we hoped, and we are short £2,300 :( 212
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 30/06/2026Last chance to register for my presentation for BCS Edinburgh Branch at Skyscanner's Edinburgh offices tomorrow (July 1st). *** Make haste slowly: from antiquity to AI *** edinburgh.bcs.org/events/2026/...edinburgh.bcs.orgBCS Edinburgh Branch event: 01/07/26 Make haste slowly: from antiquity to AI 000
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 18/06/2026There’s now a registration link: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/make-haste...eventbrite.co.ukMake haste slowly: from antiquity to AIOutcomes matter more than outputs; doing things well with a living specification - please join the BCS Edinburgh branch for this event! 000
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 18/06/2026Sounds like a great evening, but... where are all the people? 🤗 000
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 17/06/2026I'll be speaking at the BCS Edinburgh branch meeting on 1st July. edinburgh.bcs.org/events/2026/... Come along and eat pizza at me :)edinburgh.bcs.orgBCS Edinburgh Branch event: 01/07/26 Make haste slowly: from antiquity to AI 100
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 01/06/2026Deal of the Day June 2: Save 45% on my book Effective Behavior-Driven Development, and other selected titles @ManningBooks: hubs.la/Q03-d27Y0 000
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 12/05/2026edinburgh.bcs.org/events/2026/...edinburgh.bcs.orgBCS Edinburgh Branch event: 20/05/26 The C4 model, Structurizr vNext, and AI 010
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 12/05/2026From sketches to AI-ready architecture diagrams with C4 and Structurizr - an insights session with C4’s creator and maintainer, Simon Brown (@simonbrown.je). Free, but registration needed edinburghbranch20052026.eventbrite.co.ukedinburghbranch20052026.eventbrite.co.ukThe C4 model, Structurizr vNext, and AIIntroduction to C4, Structurizr modelling, new vNext features, and how to improve AI‑generated architecture diagrams. 101
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 06/05/2026I'm absolutely not critiquing your writing skills. I'm questioning your conclusion that it's the greatness of your writing skills that is causing the AI to label your copy as AI-generated. 100
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 05/05/2026Please don't take this the wrong way, Allen, but do you have any data to support your hypothesis that the detector is basing its analysis on the quality of your course description? It feels like your use of "evidently" needs some substantiation. 110
Reposted by Seb RoseThe Obama Foundation @obamafoundation.bsky.social · 04/05/2026May the Fourth be with YOU, from the Obama Presidential Center. Opening June 19. 604265486262
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 30/04/2026@simonbrown.je is coming to BCS Edinburgh Branch on Wednesday May 20th to talk about the latest developments in the C4 architectural diagramming system. Registration is free, but places are limited. edinburgh.bcs.org/events/2026/...edinburgh.bcs.orgBCS Edinburgh Branch event: 20/05/26 The C4 model, Structurizr vNext, and AI 021
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 27/04/2026I would add Fifth Head of Cerberus to make my top-three mix. 020
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 07/04/2026Training day topics: • Controlling Legacy code with Approval Tests • Secure Development Lifecycle Applied • Gemma Cameron - Hands-on: Bringing User Stories to Life • Using TDD to get Better Results from LLMs/AI • Practising TDD with Cyber-dojo • Extreme Refactoring • Value Stream Mapping 000
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 07/04/2026What an amazing training day lineup at this years SoCraTes UK open space conference socratesuk.org • Emily Bache • Lisi Hocke • Gemma Cameron • Clare Sudbery • Jon Jagger • Duncan McGregor & Nat Pryce • Tim Ottingersocratesuk.orgSoCraTes UK - Home 165
Reposted by Seb RoseChristopher Trudeau @trudeau.dev · 09/03/2026Want to improve your testing process? You should check out "Effective BDD" by Nagy and @sebrose.bsky.social from @manning.com. It is about 2/3rds written and already has loads of great stuff in it. I've used BDD with my clients and still found useful tips and pointers throughout. buff.ly/AguX4Am 133
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 20/02/2026This is the first podcast I have been on with canned applause and a musical introduction. Skip the first 3 minutes if, like me, you find that a bit disconcerting 🫣 pca.st/apedw2hl It soon settles down into a discussion of BDD and the patterns that Gáspár Nagy and I are cataloguing in our book.pca.stHillside PatternCastThis podcast is brought to you by the Hillside Group, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life and society, focusing on those who use, build, or create social or technical ... 030
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 08/02/2026Distilled from chapter 1 of our Manning Publications Co. book, Effective Behavior Driven Development is this article in the current version of the ACCU's Overload magazine. accu.org/journals/ove... "Fifteen years of BDD learning condensed into two pages of practices, benefits, and challenges." 051
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 28/01/2026So, I've had 45 follows here in the past 5 days. Not exactly viral, but way more than I'm used to. Why did you click follow? What are you folks interested in? What, if anything, would you like me to post about? #curious 100
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 05/01/2026I love it when a semi-colon comes in useful. A comma could work here too IMO. 100
Reposted by Seb RoseJohanna Rothman @jrothman.com · 04/01/2026My Effective Public Speaking Kickstarter opens in 3 days. Use your expertise to attract your ideal audience. Follow it here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/joh...kickstarter.comComing soon: Effective Public Speaking: For Writers and ConsultantsSolve the discoverability problem & connect with your ideal readers or clients. Help your audience find you! 023
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 16/12/2025Gáspár Nagy and I had a short, fun conversation with @lisacrispin.bsky.social and @janetgregoryca.bsky.social of The Testing Fellowship. And they recorded it :) www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOYv... #BDDyoutube.com"Effective Behavior-Driven Development" with Seb Rose and Gáspár NagyYouTube video by Agile Testing Fellow 053
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 20/11/2025Deal of the Day November 21 (ending at midnight Eastern time): Save 45% on my book Effective Behavior-Driven Development and other selected titles @manning.com : mng.bz/WrExmng.bzDeal of the DayManning is an independent publisher of computer books, videos, and courses. 022
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 20/11/2025I'll be one of three presenters at the Scottish Testing Group (STG) meet up in Edinburgh on 27th November from 1pm. Tickets are free! www.eventbrite.com/e/scottish-t...eventbrite.comScottish Testing Group 2025 Meet UpAn afternoon of thought provoking talks by industry experts, collaborative discussions on current topics in QE and networking opportunities 000
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 18/11/2025SIX new chapters (6 to 11) have been added to the MEAP (Manning Early Access Program) release of our “Effective Behavior-Driven Development" book. They cover Formulation, the practice of turning concrete examples into business-readable specs hubs.la/Q03L7kXM0 #BDD #Cucumber #Specflow #Reqnrollhubs.laEffective Behavior-Driven Development - Gáspár Nagy and Seb RoseBuild the right software, the right way! Software is the product of an evolving conversation among users, business stakeholders, and developers. The goal of Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) is to ca... 1136
Reposted by Seb RoseVirtual Domain-Driven Design @virtualddd.com · 17/11/2025We've scheduled a fireside chat on BDD Automation Patterns with @sebrose.bsky.social & Gáspár Nagy. They'll share insights gained while co-authoring "Effective BDD" and exploring pattern authoring. 25 November, 17:00 CET. buff.ly/gnTD4X8 013
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 05/11/2025Omar and his family are facing unimaginable hardship after losing their parents. They are struggling with hunger, rent, and medical needs in Gambia. Your support can bring them hope during this dark time. Please consider donating or sharing their story to help them find relief. gofund.me/103947747gofund.meDonate to Help Omar and his family in Gambia, organized by Dion TrevarthenHi, my name is Dion Trevarthen and I am setting up this fundraiser for Omar Sonko a… Dion Trevarthen needs your support for Help Omar and his family in Gambia 000
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 24/10/2025I really enjoyed my conversation with @yveshanoulle.bsky.social in episode 197 of his podcast Who Is Agile. 231
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 09/10/2025Deal of the Day October 10: New MEAP! HALF OFF my book Effective Behavior-Driven Development, and other selected titles @manning.com : mng.bz/WrExmng.bzDeal of the DayManning is an independent publisher of computer books, videos, and courses. 010
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 08/10/2025The paper copy won't be ready until next spring... this is the early access release. When hardcopy is available I'm pretty sure it will be stocked by the online book sellers - and it should be orderable by your local bookshop. 000
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 08/10/2025Our 40+ automation patterns have been crowd-sourced from the #BDD community and are presented in a language agnostic fashion. Examples in the main text of the book will use #Reqnroll, but we document variations for other ports of #Cucumber in the appendices (and in the example code on the website). 020
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 08/10/2025Gáspár Nagy and I are very happy to announce that our new book, Effective Behavior-Driven Development, is now available from Manning: hubs.la/Q03L7kXM0 This book includes updated content previously self-published in The BDD Books Series along with an all new section, BDD Automation Patterns. 2114
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 24/09/2025I'm looking forward to this retro on UML in Edinburgh next week. Free entry; drinks and pizza. Register at edinburgh.bcs.org/events/2025/... It's strange how bits of UML are still used widely, but that you never really hear it mentioned.edinburgh.bcs.orgBCS Edinburgh Branch event: 01/10/25 What We Lost When We Stopped Doing UML 010
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 17/09/2025Pragmatic Programmer flash sale: • When: Sept 18, 9am CT – Sept 20, 9am CT • Discount: 45% off (PP excluded) • Promo code: flashsale • Link: pragprog.com #pragprog @pragprogpragprog.comPragmatic Bookshelf: By Developers, For DevelopersWe improve the lives of professional developers. We create timely, practical books on classic and cutting-edge topics to help you learn and practice your craft, and accelerate your career. Come learn ... 000
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 07/08/2025Lean Agile Scotland in September? @markdalgarno.bsky.social 100
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 07/08/2025@aiannucci.bsky.social @helenlewis.bsky.social Strong Recommend: Sylvia Townsend Warner. Most popular is Lolly Willowes, but I enjoyed The Corner That Held Them even more. Another author who never wrote the same book twice. 000
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 07/08/2025@dianaofportland.bsky.social are you coming to Scotland at all, Diana? 110
Reposted by Seb RoseDianaOfPortland @dianaofportland.bsky.social · 19/03/2025For more details about where and when I’ll show up near you, subscribe to my newsletter, we usually send only once a month. dianalarsen.com/subscribedianalarsen.comStay in touch! — DianaLarsen.com 282
Reposted by Seb RoseFrances Buontempo @fbuontempo.bsky.social · 20/06/2025Deal of the Day May 20: Save 45% on my book Learn #Cpp by Example @ManningBooks: mng.bz/WrEx (my affiliate link) 213
Reposted by Seb RoseGergely Orosz @gergely.pragmaticengineer.com · 02/04/2025Last month AI crawlers generated 90% of my site's traffic, forcing me to pay penalties Problem solved after moving nameservers to Cloudflare+turning on AI crawler blocking. Site monthly outbound data back to ~40GB per month, down from 800GB (!!) No impact on human visitors 311860710
Reposted by Seb RoseMark Dalgarno @markdalgarno.bsky.social · 06/05/2025Really pleased that James Shore, author of "The Art of Agile Development", is making the trip to keynote this year's Agile Cambridge. More about James here: agilecambridge.net/keynotes/jam...agilecambridge.netJames Shore 152
Seb Rose @sebrose.bsky.social · 01/05/2025And "high maintenance" isn't far from "unmaintainable" either. A circle rather than an axis? 020
