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Code Quality Killing Engineering Productivity? These Fixes Will Turn It Around
Software Development

Code Quality Killing Engineering Productivity? These Fixes Will Turn It Around

What if better software wasn’t just about writing perfect code, but about the habits and workflows your engineering team follows every day? Even the cleanest code can fall short if the processes behind it aren’t working. In this blog, we’ll explore 10 unexpected strategies to rethink what 'code quality' really means—and how small changes in your team’s approach can lead to big improvements.

The Secret to Reducing Cycle Time Without Cutting Corners
Productivity

The Secret to Reducing Cycle Time Without Cutting Corners

Think working faster will solve your cycle time problems? It won’t. The real fix is understanding where things slow down and why. This blog unpacks how to reduce cycle time without burning out your team or compromising quality.

The Code Behind the Curtain: How Code Quality Shapes Customer Satisfaction
Software Development

The Code Behind the Curtain: How Code Quality Shapes Customer Satisfaction

Could your product’s code quality be the reason for customer churn? Discover how the smallest bugs can have the biggest impact on customer satisfaction in this blog.

The Velocity Paradox: How Faster Development Cycles Could Hurt Long-Term Engineering Productivity
Software Development

The Velocity Paradox: How Faster Development Cycles Could Hurt Long-Term Engineering Productivity

“Ship Better Products Faster” is something you would have heard quite often but it could be hurting the very core of your engineering team’s productivity. When speed becomes the goal, the long-term impact might be more destructive than you realize. Read this blog to learn about the velocity paradox!

Creating a Consistent Codebase Without Killing Your Engineering Team’s Creativity
Software Development

Creating a Consistent Codebase Without Killing Your Engineering Team’s Creativity

Too many rules can hold your engineering team back, but no structure can lead to chaos. What’s the sweet spot that keeps code consistent and engineering teams productive? We discuss this in this blog.

Balancing Sprint Reviews and Sprint Retrospectives: 
The Dual Engines of Engineering Success

Agile

Balancing Sprint Reviews and Sprint Retrospectives: 
The Dual Engines of Engineering Success


What makes sprint reviews and sprint retrospectives so crucial? Uncover the nuances that make both meetings indispensable for your engineering team’s success. Read more in this blog.

From Testing to Quality Strategists: How the Role of QA Engineers Will  Change by 2025

Software Development

From Testing to Quality Strategists: How the Role of QA Engineers Will Change by 2025


Are QA engineers just testers, or are they primed to become something more? The future of QA is evolving at an accelerated speed, and by 2025, this transformation will be well underway. Read on to discover what lies ahead.

6 Common Myths About DORA Metrics You Didn’t Know Were Slowing You Down
Engineering Analytics

6 Common Myths About DORA Metrics You Didn’t Know Were Slowing You Down

Ever had that nagging feeling that maybe you're not using DORA Metrics the right way? You’re not alone. Let’s uncover six myths around DORA metrics that might be slowing your team down without you even realizing it—and how you can turn it around.

The Code Review Dilemma: Enhancing or Hindering Developer Experience?
Software Development

The Code Review Dilemma: Enhancing or Hindering Developer Experience?

Code reviews are essential, but what if they’re quietly introducing friction that no one is talking about? In this blog, we explore how the smallest roadblocks in the review process could be slowly eroding developer experience—without anyone realizing it.

Building a Distraction-Free Zone to Help Developers Stay in a State of Flow
Productivity

Building a Distraction-Free Zone to Help Developers Stay in a State of Flow

The smallest interruptions can lead to the biggest disruptions. How can engineering leaders ensure their teams stay focused and productive? This blog provides in-depth insights into reducing these interruptions.

3 Leadership Moves to Take Your Engineering Team from Good to Great
Team Building

3 Leadership Moves to Take Your Engineering Team from Good to Great

Is your engineering team delivering results, but something still feels off? What if leadership, not process, is the missing ingredient? Discover the 3 skills that might be the fix that the engineering team needs. 

Balancing Technical Debt with Feature Development Without Sacrificing Momentum
Productivity

Balancing Technical Debt with Feature Development Without Sacrificing Momentum

Think technical debt is just a minor inconvenience? Think again. It could be robbing your engineering team of its velocity without you even noticing. In this blog, we break down the shocking ways tech debt slows you down and what you can do to stay ahead.

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