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This is different.
That's what many are saying about the latest advancements in AI, seeing more substance than in previous hyped technologies like AR/VR and…
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Paul Sobocinski
Planning for Toronto's Global Day of Coderetreat 2022
How we scaled coderetreat to 40+ participants
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Learning Archetypes
An aid for setting intention at a Coderetreat
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Four Reasons Why We Need More Coderetreats
What is a coderetreat, and why it's so important to Software Engineering
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Maximizing Pair Programming Flow
Using the four conditions of Flow to improve pairing effectiveness
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Flow in Software Engineering
Should we avoid it or embrace it?
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Silo-ball, Async Fixation, and Deep Work Obsession
An emerging set of anti-patterns in the age of remote work
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The "Hero" Anti-pattern
And how to prevent it on product teams
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Product Team Anti-patterns
And how pair programming can address them
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Coder Spikes
Coder Spikes
Paul's ideas and opinions on practices-oriented leadership and learning in software development. Tailored for those who are curious and optimistic about reflection, challenging norms, and continuous improvement.
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