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In this episode, Geert and Rene dive into the concept of building a learning organization and why it's crucial for companies to encourage continuous learning among their employees. They discuss how technical debt can impact talent retention and how outdated technology can push engineers to seek more exciting opportunities elsewhere.
Along the way they dive into a few strategies to keep teams engaged, such as pairing experienced and less-experienced engineers, working on psychological safety, and promoting knowledge sharing within the company and how this is more than merely formal training.Tune in to learn how learning and development go beyond formal training to drive long-term success.
In the episode, Geert and Rene reference 2 key models and concepts.- 70-20-10 Learning Model: This model suggests that 70% of learning happens on the job, 20% comes from learning from peers, and only 10% is from formal education. It's a well-known framework in corporate learning and development.
- David Kolb’s Experiential Learning Model: This is a four-stage learning process that involves doing, reflecting, learning, and experimenting. The hosts discuss how this model applies to real-world engineering environments, particularly in pairing and team dynamics.
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In this episode Geert and Rene investigate the art of communication. Why is it so hard to convey the message you want to convey. Even if people want to achieve the same goals, it still is hard to make yourself clear, or to understand the other one. They will dive into a number of issues they encountered in various settings and discuss some strategies how people with a technical background can get better at it.
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In this episode, Geert and Rene dive into the dilemma of app modernization, discussing whether companies should rebuild or refactor their applications. They explore the complexity of this decision, highlighting the importance of understanding why businesses even consider it.
Legacy systems often become difficult to maintain, especially with evolving technology and customer demands, and the discussion touches on factors like technical debt, the framing effect, and the challenges of outdated tech stacks. But it is not only a technical decision.... -
In this episode, Geert and Rene are joined by Casper Jensen, Engineering Director of Enterprise Architecture at Pandora, to explore the pursuit of a single, unified tech solution in large organisations. They dive into the fallacy of the uniform tech stack and why chasing "one generic system" often leads to setbacks. Casper shares his experiences on how embracing diversity in technologies, teams, and approaches can drive success. Together, they discuss how this diversity fosters resilience, innovation, and adaptability, making it a powerful strategy for thriving in today’s complex IT landscape.
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In this episode of the LEAD Podcast, Geert van der Cruijsen and Rene van Osnabrugge dive into the concept of high-performing teams. They challenge the common perception that technical skills alone define a high-performing team, questioning the idea of the "10x developer" and comparing it to the dynamics of sports teams. Geert and Rene discuss the importance of having a balanced mix of team members, emphasizing the need for both technical skills and essential soft skills such as communication and teamwork. They explore the "Six Types of Working Genius" model by Patrick Lencioni, highlighting the different roles and skills necessary for a team to succeed
Tune in if you are interested in the challenges of building High Performing Teams and let us know what you think!
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In this episode we're taking a Quantum Leap in the future. What will the impact of Quantum Computing be for our IT industry and society?
Is it something so complex it's hard to grasp for most or can we try to comprehend it without knowing all the technical details like we have now with generative AI trend?
Hanna explains the basic concepts of Quantum computing, what use cases it is valuable in and how you can get ready to use it today and in the future!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/trainerengel/
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In this episode, Geert and Rene talk about the role of architects in software development, challenging traditional views and advocating for a more dynamic and inclusive approach.
They discuss the concept of "architecture without architects," emphasizing collective team ownership and hands-on experience for making informed architectural decisions. The conversation highlights the shift towards agile practices and continuous architectural decision-making within autonomous teams, facilitated by tools like Architecture Decision Records (ADRs). They also explore the organizational implications, suggesting a move towards flatter structures to promote inclusive architectural discussions.
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In this episode, Geert and Rene delve into the crucial role of user experience (UX) in software development together with their guest Dean Schuster from TrueMatter.
Dean highlights the importance of UX and the need to make digital products not just functional but enjoyable. He explains that UX involves understanding user needs and iterating designs to ensure they resonate with users.
In this episode we explore how UX fits into agile development and some challenges with convincing stakeholders to invest in UX
For further learning, he recommends resources like "The Design of Everyday Things" and the TrueMatter blog on https://www.truematter.com/ideas
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In this episode of the LEAD Podcast, Geert van der Cruijsen and Rene van Osnabrugge talk about the complex topic of measuring productivity in an engineering culture. They discuss the often heard needs among managers to quantify developer productivity. They discuss the limitations of traditional Agile metrics like team velocity, which can be misleading when used outside their intended context.
Geert and Rene emphasize the importance of understanding the 'why' behind the need for metrics, comparing traditional waterfall approaches with modern Agile practices. They discuss the value of DORA metrics, which focus on broader value-producing measures like release frequency and change failure rates, and the necessity of combining these with business-focused objectives and key results (OKRs). The conversation also touches on the SPACE framework, which includes metrics on satisfaction, performance, collaboration, and efficiency, offering a more holistic view of team productivity.
Tune in for a good discussion on metrics!
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In this episode of the LEAD Podcast, recorded live from Techorama, hosts Geert van der Cruijsen and Rene van Osnabrugge talk about building strong engineering cultures with guest Jennifer Wadella, VP of Front-End Engineering at Bitovi. Jennifer talks about the importance of establishing a positive engineering culture and how it directly impacts productivity and business outcomes.
She breaks down the components of engineering culture into values, beliefs, norms, language, and rituals, and discusses practical steps for defining and nurturing these elements within a team. The conversation touches on the challenges of aligning technical skills with cultural fit, the significance of hiring for culture addition rather than just culture fit, and the vital role of project management in supporting autonomy and visibility.
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In this episode of the LEAD Podcast, Geert van der Cruijsen and Rene van Osnabrugge record live from Techorama, where they are joined by guest Laïla Bougriâ from Particular Software. The discussion centers around the challenges of critical thinking in software development, especially in decision-making processes. Laïla shares insights on avoiding unconscious biases, the importance of a structured approach to decision-making, and the value of documenting problems and solutions thoroughly. She introduces the concept of Request for Comments (RFC) for major decisions and Architecture Decision Records (ADR) for smaller ones, emphasizing the need for collaboration and feedback to ensure well-considered outcomes. The episode concludes with practical advice for implementing these processes in any organization.
**Resources:**
- [Laïla Bougriâ on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lailabougria/)
- [Sample README for Critical Thinking Talk](https://github.com/lailabougria/talks/blob/main/mirror-on-the-wall-am-i-a-critical-thinker/sample/README.md)
- [Critical Thinking Talk on GitHub](https://github.com/lailabougria/talks/tree/main/mirror-on-the-wall-am-i-a-critical-thinker)
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In this episode of the LEAD Podcast, Geert and Rene are live at Techorama Belgium, discussing the importance of soft skills in technical environments. They welcome guest Arthur Doler, a software engineer and community steward at Aviture, who shares insights from his 20-year career. Arthur emphasizes the necessity of understanding human dynamics in building high-performing teams, highlighting that technical skills alone are insufficient.
Arthur delves into the concept of psychological safety, explaining its critical role in fostering open communication and managing conflict within teams. He shares compelling stories and research to illustrate how creating a safe space for admitting mistakes can significantly improve team performance.
Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the softer side of developer skills and how they contribute to building resilient and effective teams.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/arthurdoler
https://fearlessorganizationscan.com/
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In this episode of the LEAD Podcast, Geert and René broadcast live from Techorama Belgium amidst the buzz of the conference. They delve into the complexities of distributed systems with Adam Ralph from Particular Software, who shares insights from his eight years of experience with NServiceBus. The trio discuss the common pitfalls of designing your own systems, especially when off-the-shelf solutions like messaging frameworks can streamline development and reduce costs. The conversation also explores practical strategies for transitioning legacy systems to the cloud without succumbing to the risks of a full rewrite.
We would like to thank Techorama for their hospitality. Be aware that the recording was live @ Techorama, therefore the sound quality might be a bit compromised.
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Particular Software
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In this episode of the LEAD Podcast, Geert van der Cruijsen and Rene van Osnabrugge delve into the escalating costs of cloud services and the emerging discipline of Financial Operations, or FinOps. They discuss why some companies are shifting from cloud back to on-premises data centers due to cost concerns and how FinOps aims to manage and control these expenses effectively. They explore how FinOps fosters collaboration among engineering, finance, and business teams to make informed, data-driven spending decisions, maximizing business value from cloud investments. And they touch upon the cultural shifts necessary for implementing FinOps, including educating teams on cost management and the importance of architecture choices in controlling expenses.
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In this episode of the LEAD Podcast, Geert and René explore the impact of generative AI on the tech industry with special guest April Edwards from GitHub. They discuss the evolving role of developers, architects, and technical professionals in an AI-assisted future. April shares insights on how AI is enhancing productivity and creativity in software development, the importance of human oversight in AI-generated code, and the potential for AI to assist with tasks beyond coding. The conversation also touches on the cultural and process changes needed for effective AI adoption within organizations.
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In this episode of the LEAD Podcast, hosts Geert van der Cruijsen and Rene van Osnabrugge talk about the often overlooked challenge of cultural resistance in the face of technical changes within organizations. They dive into the concept of a DevOps and growth mindset and the role this plays in enabling teams to break out of silos and work together effectively.
From their own experience they talk about common behavior they see, fears that lie underneath and some guidance on how to deal with change projects.
Anyone that is interested in change process or creating a more innovative, and collaborative culture in their organization this is an episode to listen!
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In this episode, Geert and Rene delve into the challenges and strategies of starting a tech company with limited resources. They are joined by Harald Tryti Rieber, co-founder and CTO of Atlas (formerly known as Enernite), a company focused on renewable energy and map automation. Harald shares his journey from passion to product, emphasizing the importance of being lean, customer-focused, and embracing the 90-10 rule for efficiency. He discusses the transition from serving a niche market to a broader audience, the role of culture in empowering employees, and the balance between feature development and cost management. The conversation also touches on the challenges of scaling, the importance of trust and transparency, and the continuous pursuit of delivering value to customers.
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In this episode of the LEAD Podcast, Geert van der Cruijsen and René van Osnabrugge tackle the evolving landscape of the tech industry, focusing on the shift from operations roles to Site Reliability Engineering (SRE). They embark on a journey to demystify SRE, tracing its origins back to Google and its founder, Benjamin Treynor Sloss. They delve into the critical components of SRE, including Service Level Objectives (SLOs), Service Level Indicators (SLIs), and Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and how these elements facilitate a balance between operational stability and the need for continuous innovation. And... while they are at it, have a discussion on why everybody is now all of a sudden renaming IT Ops people to SRE's.
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In this episode of the LEAD Podcast, hosts Geert van der Cruijsen and René van Osnabrugge delve into the evolving concept of Developer Experience (DevX), a term gaining momentum in the tech world for its focus on enhancing the productivity and satisfaction of developers.
This episode features a special guest, Rasmus Hald from LEGO, who shares his journey of implementing DevX within the iconic toy company. Rasmus discusses the challenges and successes of building a culture that prioritizes the developer experience, emphasizing the importance of tool discoverability, efficient workflows, and the innovative use of generative AI to improve documentation and support.The conversation also explores the tangible benefits of DevX, such as significant time savings and improved workflow efficiency, highlighting LEGO's strategic approach to measuring the impact of their initiatives.
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In this episode of the LEAD Podcast, hosts Geert van der Cruijsen and René van Osnabrugge explore the dynamic world of DevOps and platform engineering. Addressing the provocative notion that "DevOps is dead," they delve into why this is a misconception fueled by marketing trends. The discussion centers on the coexistence and compatibility of DevOps and platform engineering, rather than seeing them as conflicting practices.
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