Reviving Legacy Code and Uncovering the Hidden Gems with Scott Ford

In this episode, Deep Trikannad sits down with M. Scott Ford, the Chief Code Whisperer & CTO of Corgibytes, a consulting firm that specializes in modernizing and improving custom software systems. Scott shares his journey of starting Corgibytes and the unique mission of the company: to help businesses iterate through digital evolution by refining and improving existing software systems, rather than building new applications from scratch. Scott talks about the challenges software developers face and the satisfaction he finds in refining and improving code. He also discusses the importance of community-building in this space, which led to the creation of the Legacy Code Rocks podcast and the Mendercon virtual conference. Scott explains how they qualify clients and navigate the varying project timelines and needs, highlighting the importance of thorough assessments and understanding the client's goals. He also discusses the impact of recent economic events on the industry and Corgibytes' adaptive strategies. Scott shares his cautious optimism for the future, including the potential integration of AI into their services and their focus on providing low-risk engagement options for clients.