Jan 16, 2025 - 5 minute read

When Should You Have Daily Standups?

Daily Standups are a very polarizing topic in the software development world. They are a popular Agile ritual, and nearly everyone has a variety of experiences with them. In general, I have expressed strong opposition to them. However, there are a few cases where they do offer compelling value. I will tell you when and why you ought to hold daily standups.

Oct 8, 2024 - 6 minute read

Sharpen the Saw

Creative work of any kind can be very consuming. It’s easy to tunnel vision and get caught up in the day-to-day execution. If you’re building things that are big enough, it’s tiring too, and when you’re done you want to rest. But there’s a very important creative tool that you MUST use to improve your creative output. You’ve got to regularly take time to Sharpen the Saw. Read on to find out what I mean.

Sep 20, 2024 - 4 minute read

Agentic Systems Concepts - Project Management as Code

In my previous post on the Core Value Loop, we discussed the fundamental cycle of Plan-Execute-Evaluate that drives agentic systems. Today, we’ll explore a concept that could revolutionize how these systems interact with project management: Project Management as Code (PMaC).

Sep 19, 2024 - 4 minute read

Agentic Systems Concepts - Core Value Loop

In the realm of agent systems, whether powered by human intelligence or artificial intelligence, there exists a fundamental concept that drives task accomplishment: the Core Value Loop. This simple yet powerful cycle forms the backbone of how agents operate to achieve their missions.