Engineering Culture Trends Report 2026 Released by InfoQ

InfoQ has released its Engineering Culture Trends Report for 2026, featuring insights from a panel of contributors and speakers at QCon. The report highlights several key areas of focus, including the maturity of AI adoption and the risks associated with it.

The discussion also addresses the evolution of engineering team structures and roles, emphasizing the need for balancing technical advancement with the human aspects of software development. Contributors have stressed that these human dimensions must remain integral as the industry progresses.

The report is authored by a prominent group including Ben Linders, Rafiq Gemmail, Craig Smith, Vanessa Formicola, Shawna Martell, Phillip Mortimer, and Yinka Omole. It aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the ongoing trends within the culture and methods space for the upcoming year.