Explore strategies for prioritizing technical debt in software development through this insightful conference talk. Learn how to leverage version control data to uncover organizational patterns and make informed decisions about code improvements. Discover Lehman's "laws" of software evolution, understand the concept of technical debt, and examine case studies on prioritizing improvements. Delve into the effectiveness of hotspots, the connection between legacy code and technical debt, and gain practical insights on balancing short-term and long-term goals in software development. Acquire valuable resources and recommendations for further learning on software design, legacy code management, and developer productivity.