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Two things I want from an agile coach
As a software developer, here's two things I highly value in the agile coaches I have worked with.
All these DevOps cycle graphics are wrong
Recognize that a Deploy and a Release are two different things and adjust your tools and process to take advantage of that fact.
The best management book I've ever read
Understanding how we are each a hero in our own story builds empathy, and will make you a better manager.
Two things more important than skills when hiring
Consider tenure and rate of technology evolution before you prioritize specific technical skills in your hiring process.
An economic case for central teams
Quantifying efficiency savings is possible if you understand the story behind how software teams work.
Technical mastery is key to 'Cloud First'
We have to stop ignoring technical mastery as a part of organizational transformation.
About me
A little bit about the guy who writes this stuff.
Transformation is the new normal
If you are waiting for your transformation project to finish, you're going to be waiting a long time.
Deployability: The NPS of DevOps
Including a subjective metric in your DevOps KPIs can reveal surprising depth
How does the Product Owner fit in the Agile process?
Balance is key to being a successful PO