Assumptions as Code: A pattern for platform prioritization - Mina Tawadrous | PlatformCon 2026

"Assumptions as Code" provides a structured framework for resolving organizational misalignment by treating business assumptions with the same rigor as production software. Misalignment frequently arises from invisible, stale, or conflicting mental models rather than simple prioritization errors, a phenomenon exacerbated by the "curse of knowledge" where individuals incorrectly assume others share their internal context. By centralizing assumptions in version-controlled Markdown files, teams can enforce transparency and accountability through pull requests and peer reviews. This approach leverages AI to identify potential conflicts and recall data, while reserving human judgment for final validation. Implementing this pattern ensures that business context remains accessible and current, ultimately leading to more coherent decision-making as code production scales across teams and autonomous agents.