ABOUT ME
Joshua is a tech genius, who works hard, owns yoga studios, is very well cultured and has friends who have their own action figures. At Just Digital People he is committed to the development of Australia's "Silicon Economy" and its role and contribution to the global economy, and to the career development of IT professionals in Australia. Joshua's work in the open source community over the last ten years is visible in document repositories, bug trackers, mailing lists, and revision control systems worldwide.
MY VIDEOS ON SSW TV
Hack Yourself with AI: Troy Hunt on the Future of Software Security | Adam Cogan | NDC Sydney 2026
Troy explains why the security standard set by human-written software may not be particularly high—and why AI could become better at avoiding common vulnerabilities such as SQL injection.
Microsoft Teams Etiquette: Simple Habits That Make Meetings Better | Adam Cogan
Whether you’re working remotely or in the office, small habits can make a huge difference in Microsoft Teams meetings. In this video, Adam Cogan shares practical etiquette tips to help meetings run more smoothly—from introducing people who join the room, to announcing yourself when joining a call, using screen sharing respectfully, and ending meetings with a recorded summary that can automatically create a Product Backlog Item (PBI).
These simple communication habits improve collaboration, reduce confusion, and make hybrid meetings more inclusive and productive.
Treat Your Code Like Uranium | Adam Cogan
Adam Cogan shares a striking story comparing two World War II factories—one ordinary, one handling uranium—and the surprising lesson that the uranium workers lived longer because they followed disciplined, risk-aware practices. He connects that idea to software teams: the best outcomes come from careful habits like automated tests, telemetry, pull requests, retrospectives, shared rules, and good tools. The message is simple: treat software delivery with the same respect as dangerous work, and you’ll reduce stress, avoid chaos, and get better results.
The Future of Payroll & AI Agents Explained | Adam Cogan at APA Summit
Discover how AI is transforming payroll, compliance, and knowledge work
