We like to think of software engineering as a disciplined science, yet our daily reality often feels like a constant battle against chaos. Why do projects inevitably slow down? Why do "finished" features come back to haunt us? And why does adding more code often feel like adding more problems?

In this session, I will introduce the "Laws of Software Entropy" which are a set of counter-intuitive principles that govern the lifecycle of every software system. Presented with a wink but rooted in serious observation, these insights are drawn from over 20 years in software development and more than a decade as a software architect. We will explore the hidden dynamics that turn assets into liabilities and promises into disappointments.

This is not a talk about specific tools or frameworks. It is a tongue-in-cheek yet painfully honest reality check on the economic and human forces that silently shape our work. Join me to discover why your intuition about productivity might be wrong and how accepting these unwritten laws is the first step toward regaining control.