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Episode 138: Conquering Tech Debt: Lessons from The E-Commerce Growth Playbook
August 26th, 2025 | 10 mins 5 secs
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In this episode of Commerce Today, Joshua Warren takes a deep dive into the often-overlooked issue of technical debt, sharing lessons from his new book, The E-Commerce Growth Playbook. Using a real-world example and a practical framework, he breaks down how tech debt can quietly drain resources, slow progress, and hurt ROI. Joshua highlights the hidden costs of shortcuts in your codebase, explores the “deployment paradox,” and offers quick wins along with long-term strategies for reducing technical debt. Packed with valuable insights, this episode provides e-commerce professionals with clear, actionable advice to improve site performance and drive sustainable growth.