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The Product Culture Shift

August 21, 2022

In this issue, we explore the challenges of integrating product management in traditional software organizations, strategies for thriving in a recession, the pitfalls of destructive metrics, and insights on preventing leader burnout.

Getting Big Things Done

August 14, 2022

In this issue, explore tools beyond psql for PostgreSQL, insights on justifying major design changes, reducing friction in teams, and transitioning to Basecamp’s “Shape Up” methodology. Dive into practical guidance for developers.

How to upskill your engineering team

August 07, 2022

In this issue, we explore upskilling for engineers, on-call compensation data, the power of solution architecture diagrams, strategies for promotions, and a free eBook on deploying Django projects.

A framework for Engineering Managers

July 31, 2022

In this issue, explore a framework for engineering managers, tips for effective feedback, the hidden costs of software features, strategies to overcome scaling challenges, and the importance of finishing tasks for team productivity.

Risk, decisons, and scarcity

July 24, 2022

In this issue, we explore risk and decision-making in leadership, hiring strategies for growth, personal career progression, the pitfalls of long-term planning in software development, and the challenges of legacy system integration.

You will always have more Problems than Engineers

July 17, 2022

This week’s newsletter dives into the challenges of hyper-growth IT, the complexities of software development, and effective decision-making strategies. Discover insights on managing team dynamics and overcoming managerial obstacles.

Operating Well: What I Learned at Stripe

July 10, 2022

In this issue, explore key insights on operating effectively, organizational structure, and software architecture. Learn how to navigate growth and manage change with practical strategies and reusable solutions.

The 7 roles of a CTO

July 03, 2022

In this issue, we explore the multifaceted role of a CTO, the complexities of decision-making, the challenges facing automotive software teams, and tips for advancing to architect roles in IT. Plus, insights on prioritization as a political challenge.

Software Engineering RFC and Design Doc Templates

June 26, 2022

This issue features insights into effective software development practices, from crafting RFCs and design docs to fostering innovation in large companies. Discover the true essence of software architecture and the pitfalls of splitting developer time.

Becoming CTO of a small startup

June 19, 2022

This issue dives into the journey from software engineer to CTO, explores antifragile planning, and discusses systems thinking for efficiency. Plus, insights on advancing from engineering manager to director. Don't miss it.

Shipping to Production

June 12, 2022

In this issue, explore the evolution of user authentication from MVP to IPO, effective code shipping strategies, navigating tricky feedback conversations, the power of momentum, and tips for meaningful career discussions.

Leading your engineering team through an unexpected product pivot

June 05, 2022

In this issue, we explore leading engineering teams through product pivots, delivering quickly without tech debt, creating architecture diagrams, and effective hiring strategies for startups. Dive in for insights.

Why we’ve ditched scrum sprints (and you should too)

May 29, 2022

This issue dives into the evolution of Agile practices, exploring why some teams are moving away from Scrum sprints, essential techniques for better stakeholder collaboration, and the challenges of organizational dependencies.

Did I become a manager too soon?

May 22, 2022

In this issue, explore insights on transitioning to management, learn from reliability incidents at Spotify, discover effective team structures, and dive into compensation strategies for engineering managers. Plus, a recipe for self-improvement.

Stripe's model of product-led, developer-centric growth

May 15, 2022

This week’s issue dives into Stripe's product-led growth approach, effective remote feedback, managing difficult colleagues, and resources for leading through crises. Plus, a free eBook on Infrastructure as Code tools.

The Mechanics of Software Evolution

May 08, 2022

In this issue of Daily Tech, we explore the evolution of software, tackle migration challenges, share engineering management insights, and discuss innovative organizational structures. Dive in for fresh perspectives.

That time we unplugged a data center to test our disaster readiness

May 01, 2022

In this issue, explore how to stand out at conferences with NFC cards and vCards, learn about Dropbox's disaster readiness test, and discover insights on managing projects effectively as an engineering director.

Looking for strong developers? Have them READ code instead of writing it during the interview

April 24, 2022

This issue explores key insights on hiring strong developers, the importance of self-direction in the workplace, and effective strategies for scaling remote teams. Plus, dive into Dunbar's number and grab a free eBook on Infrastructure as Code.

Story points: Why is this so hard?

April 17, 2022

This issue dives into the nuances of story points, the power of asking insightful questions, and the importance of team metrics. We also explore the impact of title dynamics and the value of managing infrastructure costs effectively.

What is innovation?

April 10, 2022

In this issue, we explore the essence of innovation, common pitfalls for engineering managers, the balance of productivity and reliability, adaptive agile principles, and updated data architecture insights for evolving teams.