Software Mythbusting with Mike Rieser - Feb 2024 - PhillyXP

Software Myth Busting In his return to PhillyXP, Mike brings his perspective on demystifying the misconceptions surrounding software development and technical excellence. Ever heard phrases like, “Let’s add more people to this already late project, to speed it up,” or “We have a lot of risky features, let’s have a code freeze so we can release them all at once?” Mike drew inspiration from Nicole Forsgren's groundbreaking Accelerate book and from insights from his last talk at PhillyXP. He’ll deliver his presentation titled “The Non-Technical Guide to Technical Excellence” based loosely on Douglas Adams’ book, Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. In this interactive session, discover how to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical realms, exploring strategies to inform and engage decision makers who may not be fluent in the language of code. As we delve into the lessons from the presentation, share your own experiences and join a lively discussion on what works and what doesn't. About the speaker: Mike is a Senior Consultant with Industrial Logic. As a mentor and trainer, he teaches various aspects of software development, particularly focusing on technical practices. He has been an Agile Coach since 2003 with many clients such as American Airlines, Xerox, Sterling Commerce, and USAA.