Management

When things go south It’s Friday evening. You get an automated text message. “URGENT: Production outage detected! Error 503: Service Unavailable at endpoint /api/prd/payments. Immediate attention required!” When you look at the screen and try to compose yourself, you get another “Boss… I was testing the latest patch on tst env. Can’t connect to db.tst.payments. What should we do?” A handy tool to help you handle the situation would be handy, right? Fear not, my fellow manager. There is the good old 8D report! ...

Here is a quick round-up of useful product management tools. **Leveraged Neutral Overhead ** Categorize tasks into three buckets: Leveraged: Do them well – tasks that can significantly amplify your impact. Examples include identifying leverage points within products and focusing on vision and strategy. Neutral: Do them ok – tasks that offer regular impact in exchange for time. They are necessary but don’t provide exponential returns. Examples include unblocking engineers on execution details or making a sales presentation. ...

Introduction Hello, my name is Krzysztof Sajna, and I am an Engineering Manager at CodiLime. With many years of experience working with multicultural teams, I’ve had the privilege of leading diverse groups of talented individuals for a variety of customers, each with their unique cultural settings. From startups to large corporations, I’ve navigated the complexities of different organizational structures and cultures, and I’ve learned a lot along the way. You can learn more about my professional journey on my LinkedIn profile. ...

Mastering the Balance: Stoicism and Empathy in Project Management Navigating the intricate web of project management can often seem like a Herculean task. Amidst the myriad of responsibilities, I’ve found a surprising yet profound ally: Stoicism, the ancient philosophy centered on peace of mind and virtuous living. As an unexpected source of wisdom, Stoicism has enriched my approach to project management in several ways. However, it’s also essential to remember that the Stoic way is not the only way. ...

Ok… here we are… I’m excited to share that I’ve successfully pieced together a Proof of Concept (PoC) capable of pulling data from various sources like Trello, email, and Slack. It’s designed to help streamline and automate responses for incoming direct messages (DMs). It’s far from flawless, and at this stage, it’s merely functional, but the potential is undeniable. As we all know, a significant chunk of a manager’s role revolves around the aggregation and dissemination of information. This ranges from mundane tasks such as informing clients about a team member’s absence, to more intricate ones like ensuring all stakeholders are up-to-speed on the latest product requirements. My PoC, at this juncture, functions somewhat like an eccentric intern or a junior project manager with access to all your data resources. Intriguing, right? ...

I recently had time to share my thoughts about finding time in a tight life schedule. Generally speaking, I discovered that I have time for everything. It’s priorities I got wrong. Or in some cases wanted too much. Imagine this. I nagged that I have no time to write about all the exciting things I did. Ok… I was focusing on a lot of things. Too much gaming. Too much wasted time on irrelevant activities. When I listed all the things that were taking up my time I drew conclusions. ...

Oryginalny published on CodiLime blog: https://codilime.com/blog/software-development-kpi/ In my recent publication, I deep-dive into the world of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and their immense value in the software development process. The piece explores different KPIs like Development Velocity, Defect Rate, Cycle Time, and more, illustrating how they drive efficiency, productivity, and success. We also discuss how metrics like Release Burndown and Cumulative Flow offer valuable insights to manage workflow effectively. However, it’s crucial to avoid pitfalls like overemphasizing KPIs or falling for vanity metrics. To stay relevant, select the right metrics that align with your organization’s vision, mission, and context, and keep them under periodic review. Head over to my full publication to unlock the potential of KPIs in your software development journey! ...