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Title: Reflections from a long career in software.
Authors: Selić, Bran1 (AUTHOR) bran.selic@gmail.com
Source: Software & Systems Modeling. Feb2026, Vol. 25 Issue 1, p7-15. 9p.
Subjects: Real-time programming, User-centered system design, Software engineers, Entrepreneurship, Computer software quality control, Modeling languages (Computer science), Technological societies, Consulting firms
Abstract: This article presents a reflective overview of Bran Selić’s extensive career in software engineering, structured around four key phases: early education and initial programming experiences; industrial application and standards development; entrepreneurship through a successful spin-off company; and later consultancy combined with academic collaboration. It highlights lessons learned about the unique challenges of real-time software interacting with the physical world, the cultural dynamics within software engineering, and the evolving relationship between technology and its human users. The article also discusses the development of influential modeling languages and standards, the impact of hardware knowledge on software quality, and the differing research motivations in small versus large enterprises. In concluding, Selić emphasizes a human-centric approach to technology, cautioning against uncritical adoption of innovations such as large language models, and advocates for technology to serve humanity’s well-being. [Extracted from the article]
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