Omar Zamora

In this chapter we took a look at the concept of software architecture. As it says, we are comparing the ancient activity of constructing buildings with bricks, to the more recently created activity of building software and systems. And we think of software as the combination of several components that will create a bigger system, just as we have done with bricks, cement and other materials to create a bigger building and not just a collection of walls, roofs and doors. While making a building, we can create our own vision. The same thing applies to software creation, each programmer has a different vision. The real issue comes when people that haven’t been involved with the creation of the software comes along and tries to understand the system. If the system has a well-defined architecture and clear components, it will be easier for new developers to modify and create new components. On the contrary, if the architecture is messy, then it can become a real

When you have a task to do and you don’t know where to start, you might feel a bit lost. This is basically what happened to the team that had to build the rockets, that would send mankind to the moon. The quest was one of the most challenging ever and NASA had to find the way to distribute each task to the best available for each job. It had to involve not only mechanical engineers to build rockets, but also mathematicians, physicians and of course computer engineers. In my opinion, one of the most relevant things that the documentary shows us is teamwork, because everyone knows exactly what they are supposed to do to achieve the common goal. For example, the team that had to squeeze the size of the computer knew that was the only way that a computer could fit into the lunar module. But doing their part of the job was also critical for the success of the Apollo program. In teamwork, all people must have in mind the common goal. Even if their participati

So, this is a little about me... I am Omar Zamora... I was studying in college 20 years ago, but I had to leave school for several reasons, and actually Ariel was my teacher back then. Since then I have been working, first as an Software Project Leader in Costco and afterwards in Buying and Logistics. I stayed in Costco for 17 years and after that went to other companies. Right now I'm working on the SCT as the Information and Communications Technology Director in the SCT. I love music, I'm a drummer and right now I play guitar and sing in a band.