This chapter explores the challenges and debates surrounding the measurement of Dora metrics, emphasizing the importance of aligning metrics with organizational goals and the limitations of a one-size-fits-all approach. It compares the Dora and Space frameworks, highlighting how Space offers a comprehensive view of developer productivity. The discussion also delves into the shift towards measuring developer sentiment and perception in the COVID era, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach to measuring developer experiences.
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This week’s episode is a recording from a recent event hosted by Abi Noda (CEO of DX) and Laura Tacho (CTO at DX). The episode begins with an overview of the DORA, SPACE, and DevEx frameworks, including where they overlap and common misconceptions about each. Laura and Abi discuss the advantages and drawbacks of each framework, then discuss how to choose which framework to use.
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- 2:50- DORA, SPACE, DevEx overview
- 10:35- Choosing which framework to use
- 13:15- Using DORA
- 22:42-Using SPACE