Explore the importance of architects and architecture in agile projects through this insightful conference talk. Learn why good architecture requires ongoing attention and stewardship, especially in complex software development. Discover techniques and architectural activities useful for agile projects, and understand how an agile architect's role differs from traditional software architects. Delve into topics such as agile design values, myths, stewardship, project criticality, and sustainable development. Examine the differences between small and large project architecture practices, including design spikes, technical debt management, and architecture backlog. Gain valuable insights on managing architectural tasks, creating product landing zones, and understanding the agile architecture landscape. Understand the key differences between agile and traditional architecture approaches, and explore the values important to agile architects.