Dev Interrupted 4q2c18

This week, host Dan Lines welcomes back Zach Goldberg, CTO and author of the book 'The Startup CTO's Handbook: Essential Skills and Best Practices for High Performing Engineering Teams.’ Zach shares insights from his extensive career as a CTO and his journey in writing a book that condenses the wisdom of numerous other influential works into a single, comprehensive guide. We explore the three core sections of his book: Management Fundamentals: Interviewing, Hiring, Performance Management, Budgeting, etc.  Technical Leadership Concepts: Developer Experience, Tech Debt, etc.  Hard Technology Decisions: Pragmatism, Tech Stack, etc. Zach provides advice for not only CTOs but anyone in a technical leadership position, offering strategies to develop empathy and understanding within technical organizations. Episode Highlights:  1:59 From Startup CTO to Author and Executive Coach 3:41 The Origin of Best Practices and Genesis of the Handbook   10:25 Why the Startup CTO’s Handbook isn’t just for CTOs  13:02 Part 1: Management Fundamentals Beyond Coding 24:50 Part 2: Technical Leadership Concepts & Developer Experience 30:57 Part 3: Technology Decisions from a Pragmatic Perspective Show Notes: The Startup CTO's Handbook: Essential skills and best practices for high performing engineering teams the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Get your DORA Metrics free forever

It doesn’t matter if you have an innovative technical strategy if you’re not solving problems the business cares about…  This week, host Conor Bronsdon sits down with Rob Zuber, CTO at CircleCI. They delve into the evolving role of engineering leaders, and the importance of building a technical strategy that aligns with overarching business goals. Throughout the conversation, Rob emphasizes the importance of focusing on customer needs, gathering direct and maintaining strategic flexibility. If you’re interested in understanding the balance between technical strategy and business leadership, this episode provides a wealth of knowledge, strategies, and real-world examples. Episode Highlights: 01:38 Crafting technical strategy for teams at CircleCI  07:26 How engineering leaders can make the most informed choices about their business 17:47 Using postmortems to fuel a growth mindset  22:39 Applying hypotheses to be prepared for worst-case scenarios  27:43 Why CTOs need to focus on solving business problems first, then technical strategy 30:30 Why engineering leaders need to form a close relationship with finance 33:17 Advice for ICs or Directors on becoming a business leader 39:17 Rob's approach to building trust and organizational design  44:36 How can I prepare for being a technical founder? 55:12 What is CircleCI doing in ML? Show Notes: Modern Software Engineering the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Get your DORA Metrics free forever

On this week’s episode, host Conor Bronsdon sit down with Guilherme Sesterheim, SAP DevOps SRE Engineer at AWS. Guilherme delves into applying Chaos Engineering and DevOps principles to SAP, a domain traditionally seen as risk-averse and resistant to rapid innovation. With expertise in both open-source technologies and SAP, Guilherme shares how he’s bringing modern practices to SAP environments at AWS. He explores how Chaos Engineering can be used to test and improve the resilience of SAP systems, focusing on HANA, SAP’s in-memory database. The discussion also touches on the challenges of integrating these practices within the SAP framework and the broader implications for SAP s and the tech industry. Episode Highlights: 00:20 What does it mean to apply chaos engineering to testing SAP installation 04:05 What does it mean to have DevOps around SAP? 05:58 Guilherme’s approach to DevOps practices around SAP 10:01 The challenge of handling installation and migration 11:50 How to Start Applying Chaos Engineering to Your SAP Instance 16:57 The 12 Scenarios When You Inject Failures on SAP 19:24 How Guilherme ended up at AWS working on SAP 23:14 What’s Next in DevOps Guilherme is Excited About? Show Notes: Wiring the Winning Organization - IT Revolution the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Get your DORA Metrics free forever

On this week’s episode, our hosts Dan Lines and Conor Bronsdon are ed by long-time friend of the show, industry expert, and Director of Engineering at Spot AI, Kelly Vaughn. Together they tackle a range of topics, including how tax laws are impacting engineering teams, the evolving role of AI in software development, and the great build vs. buy debate. The conversation starts with Kelly and Dan’s takes on Section 174, which poses a looming threat to US tech companies. From there, they pivot to GenAI to discuss how you can measure its impact, leadership’s role in the process, and the importance of navigating this implementation wisely. They conclude by talking about Kelly’s recent article on the debate of building software in-house vs. buying third-party solutions, and why the answer isn’t black or white. Episode Highlights 01:35 Section 174's impact on US tech companies 08:01 Why intention matters for remote vs. in-person work 12:46 Kelly and Dan’s take on what’s causing layoffs in tech 18:21 What should leaders be doing to encourage Gen AI tool knowledge? 24:28 How are we tracking the impact of Gen AI? 31:50 How should organizations set up standardization? 33:55 The great build vs. buy debate 39:47 How the engineering leaders’ role has changed in recent years Show Notes: Lesson in Engineering Leadership | Kelly Vaughn | Substack Measuring Impact: GenAI Code | LinearB Foundation (Chronological Order) Series by Isaac Asimov Watch Foundation - Apple TV+ the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Get your DORA Metrics free forever

On this week's episode, we're ed by Carol Barrett, the Engineering Leader in Consumer Identity and Access at Netflix. Host Conor Bronsdon interviews Carol to learn about Netflix’s blueprint for success when building engineering teams, and how they foster a culture where inspiration and purpose are at the forefront. Carol shares her valuable insights on empowering engineers to make their own decisions, ensuring product management and engineering are perfectly synced, and the importance of flexible structures that cater to team dynamics. She also discusses the unique challenges and opportunities Netflix faces, including their approach to innovative projects and navigating uncharted technological territories. From quarterly commitments to building impactful partnerships, learn how Netflix maintains its edge by allowing teams the freedom to define their own paths. Episode Highlights 4:17: Finding Alignment Between Product, Leadership and Engineering  11:21 How to Build Trust in Your Partnerships  16:26 Why Engineers Have to Decide What's Best 22:56 Connecting Your Team’s Purpose to the Company’s Purpose  28:37 Why Netflix Stopped Hiring Only Senior Engineers  Show Notes: Learn how to measure the impact of your GenAI initiative in LinearB's workshop the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Get your DORA Metrics free forever

In this week's episode of Dev Interrupted, co-host Conor Bronsdon is ed by David Yee, VP of Engineering at the New York Times. They dive into the often unseen aspects of organizational structures, discussing how every organization regardless of their defined values and principles, operates with a 'shadow'.  David discusses the role of senior leaders in addressing systemic problems and navigating the tensions between innovation and consistency. He highlights the importance of recognizing and integrating these organizational shadows to foster better decision-making and operational efficiency. Drawing from his rich experience leading engineering teams in media, this conversation offers a unique perspective on the complexities of engineering leadership and explores the challenges of aligning technology with the century-old tradition of news reporting at the New York Times. Show Notes: Learn how to measure the impact of your GenAI initiative in LinearB's workshop the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Get your DORA Metrics free forever

What can you learn from the scaling issues OpenAI experienced when Chat-GPT went viral?  On this week’s episode, guest host Ben Lloyd Pearson is ed by Evan Morikawa, Engineering Manager at OpenAI. us for a first-hand look at the engineering challenges that came with Chat-GPT’s viral success, and the difficulties associated with scaling in response to the sudden platform popularity. They also discuss misconceptions around generative AI, OpenAI’s reliance on GPUs to carry out their complex computations, the key role of APIs in their success, and some fascinating use cases they’ve seen implementing GPT-4. Show Notes: Learn how to measure the impact of your GenAI initiative in LinearB's workshop the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Get your DORA Metrics free forever

Season 4 kicks off with a conversation with Gene Kim, author of several renowned books, including "The Phoenix Project," "The DevOps Handbook," and most recently, "Wiring the Winning Organization." In this episode, Gene candidly shares the trials behind writing what he considers one of his most challenging books, why it was a joy to partner with Steven Spear as a co-author, and the key principles needed for creating high-performing teams. Illustrating these ideas, Gene and Conor draw on examples from diverse realms, including the intricacies of software development, the complexities of healthcare, the socio-technical system behind Amazon’s success, and everyday tasks like moving a couch. Note: This conversation is a follow-up to last year's episode with Steven Spear. You can listen to Steven's episode here.  Show Notes: Order your copy today: Wiring The Winning Organization Get your free DORA dashboard: DORA Metrics. 100% Free. Forever. the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Get your DORA Metrics free forever

Hosts Dan Lines, Conor Bronson, and Ben Lloyd Pearson team up for a special holiday edition of Dev Interrupted. In this season-ending episode, they revisit their favorite moments from Season 3 of the podcast,  share a glimpse of what listeners can expect in Season 4, and spread holiday cheer as they reflect on what they're thankful for. The team is taking a week off to enjoy the holidays. We’ll see you back here on January 2nd for the start of Season 4! Show Notes: Dan's favorite episode: Career Journey 1: Interviewing & Getting Promoted Conor's favorite episode: Tech Hiring in 2023: Trends, Predictions & Strategies for Success Ben’s favorite episode: The McKinsey Developer Productivity Debate Get your free DORA dashboard: DORA Metrics. 100% Free. Forever. Vote for Dev Interrupted on the DevOps Dozen website: Best DevOps-Related Podcast Series the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Get your DORA Metrics free forever

What does protecting the more than 100 million developers on GitHub’s platform take? And what can your team learn from GitHub’s impressive security posture?  On this week’s episode, co-host Conor Bronsdon is ed by Jacob DePriest, VP and Deputy Chief Security Officer at GitHub. them as they discuss Jacob's journey from the NSA to GitHub, delving into how AI impacts the security space and the future of Copilot's ever-expanding capabilities. The conversation also explores how enhancing customer trust, investing in diversity within security teams, and bringing security to where developers work are critical in improving security industry-wide. Whether you’re protecting dozens of s or millions, Jacob has practical advice for engineering leaders everywhere. Show Notes: Get your free DORA dashboard: DORA Metrics. 100% Free. Forever. Vote for Dev Interrupted on the DevOps Dozen website: Best DevOps-Related Podcast Series the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Get your DORA Metrics free forever

We are in the middle of a crisis of commitment in the workplace – 53% of managers are burnt out, 1 in 3 employees leave their jobs in the first 90 days, and an estimated $7.8 trillion in lost productivity is due to poor organizational fit. On this week’s Dev Interrupted, we uncover the keys to a thriving workplace as co-host Conor Bronsdon is ed by Dr. Andre Martin, a seasoned organizational psychologist and author of the book 'Wrong Fit, Right Fit'. Together, they share strategies to discern whether a job will be a right fit or a wrong fit and delve into how companies can align their structures with individual preferences to enhance employee engagement and productivity. This insightful conversation offers practical strategies for leaders and individuals alike to identify and cultivate the right fit for long-term success and fulfillment in their careers. Order your copy today: Wrong Fit, Right Fit: Why How We Work Matters More Than Ever Show Notes: Check out André's newsletter: Monday Matters Get your free DORA dashboard: DORA Metrics. 100% Free. Forever. Vote for Dev Interrupted on the DevOps Dozen website: Best DevOps-Related Podcast Series the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Get your DORA Metrics free forever

What trends do engineering leaders need to pay attention to, and how will they impact your teams in 2024? This week, co-host Conor Bronsdon is ed by LinearB co-founder and CEO Ori Keren to discuss his predictions for next year.  Together they discuss why dev team metrics are here to stay, why Ori doesn’t like the term ‘developer productivity’ [hint: he prefers ‘engineering efficiency’], how the rise of gen AI written code will create a problem for development pipelines everywhere, and the potential friction points inherent to remote work. Ori concludes the episode by offering advice to engineering leaders and startup founders on the need to adopt a metrics program or risk getting left behind.  Show Notes: Get your free DORA dashboard: DORA Metrics. 100% Free. Forever. Vote for Dev Interrupted on the DevOps Dozen website: Best DevOps-Related Podcast Series the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Get your DORA Metrics free forever

The story behind why some organizations win big and keep on winning. This week, co-host Conor Bronsdon interviews Dr. Steven J. Spear, renowned MIT senior lecturer, founder, and author, to discuss the core principles from Dr. Spear's new book with Gene Kim, "Wiring The Winning Organization". They delve into why some organizations consistently outperform others, highlighting how the best organizations create systems that enhance problem-solving through slowification, simplification, and amplification, aligning processes with cognitive strengths. With case studies from NASA's Apollo missions to Apple's smartphone market dominance, the book is a must-read for those looking to harness collective ingenuity for exceptional achievements." Show Notes: Order your copy today: Wiring The Winning Organization Vote for Dev Interrupted on the DevOps Dozen website: Best DevOps-Related Podcast Series the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Get your DORA Metrics free forever

With all of the hype around the future impacts of AI, it can be easy to overlook existing solutions that solve some of the biggest pain points faced by your engineering team.  On this week’s episode of Dev Interrupted, co-host Conor Bronsdon and LinearB’s Head of Developer Relations, Ben Lloyd Pearson, discuss programmable workflows and how you can apply policy-as-code principles.  Recorded live at the DevOps Enterprise Summit, Conor and Ben explore how gitStream’s programmable workflows can reduce manual effort, facilitate faster loops, and improve developer experience. They also touch on the gitStream's seamless integrations and its future enhancements. Show Notes: Unblock your code reviews with gitStream: https://linearb.io/platform/gitstream the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Get your DORA Metrics free forever

Ever wonder what it takes to make it to the boardroom? This week's Dev Interrupted is your invitation to the table. us as Conor Bronsdon puts host Dan Lines in the hot seat to uncover the secrets to rising through the ranks—from IC to engineering leader with a voice in the board meetings. Together, they discuss balancing tough decisions, team well-being, and how to maintain your technical edge while being able to speak in business to your CEO. Strap in for the grand finale of our series—it’s your backstage to the boardroom! Show Notes: today: DORA & LInearB Webinar Nov. 8 the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Get your DORA Metrics free forever

Staying on top of emerging trends is difficult enough, so what should you do when your whole career feels, well, stuck"

We know diversity fuels innovation, so how do we bring diversity into engineering leadership"

What does this year’s Accelerate State of DevOps Report 2023 mean for your team? LinearB & DORA have officially ed forces. On this week’s episode of Dev Interrupted, co-host Conor Bronsdon interviews Nathen Harvey, Head of Google Cloud’s DORA team.  With data gathered from over 36,000 global professionals, this year’s report investigated how top DevOps performers integrate technical, process, and cultural capabilities into their practices for success. Listen to learn how your team can focus on three core outcomes of DevOps: enhancing organizational value, boosting team innovation and collaboration, and promoting team member well-being and productivity. Show Notes: DORA's 2023 State of DevOps Report Get your DORA Metrics free forever LinearB's 2023 Software Engineering Benchmarks Report the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Want to try LinearB? Book a Demo & use discount code "Dev Interrupted Podcast"

In a world where products are plentiful but genuine customer focus is rare, how do you build an engineering org focused on customer needs"

The news has been filled with stories of layoffs at many of tech’s biggest companies, so where are all those engineers going? Scott Carey, LeadDev’s Editor-in-Chief, rolled up his sleeves, dusted off his skills as a trained journalist, and set out to answer that question. What he found was a simple question with a complicated answer. On this week’s episode of Dev Interrupted, co-host Conor Bronsdon interviews Scott about the shifting job landscape, spotlighting the findings in Scott’s pivotal article, “Where are all the laid-off software developers going?” Beyond the dynamics shaping the future of tech employment, the two discuss why non-traditional tech companies have difficulty hiring engineers [hint: it’s not money!], whether or not the “boom times are over,” and the major trends LeadDev is seeing within the engineering community.  Show Notes: today for LeadDev Berlin: https://leaddev.com/events/leaddev-berlin-2023 Check out all of LeadDev's events at: https://leaddev.com Contribute to LeadDev: https://leaddev.com/leaddev-call-proposals the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Want to try LinearB? Book a Demo & use discount code "Dev Interrupted Podcast"