Speaking of aesthetics...

Here is another old Java World interview that speaks to the importance of aesthetic judgment in design and development. I tend to agree. (link)

Managing senior developers is like managing a rock band...

I recently came across an old Java World interview with Jim Waldo, then the chief architect of Jini. The interview includes a nice metaphor which aligns with my philosophy for managing a team of senior-level professionals, as well as an insightful comment on the value of developers with a good sense of aesthetics. (link)