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CTO Think Podcast

Developer focus is an excuse not to talk, right?

Feb 10, 2018
The podcast discusses the clash between the need for constant communication and the importance of uninterrupted work for developers. They also explore the role of startups, the support provided by universities, and the impact of working environments on developer focus.
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Quick takeaways

  • Keeping different environments in sync is crucial for developers to avoid problems during testing and deployment.
  • Hiring a fractional CTO can provide startups with the expertise and guidance of a CTO without the need for a full-time employee or equity.

Deep dives

Issues with a company's sandbox API environment

The podcast episode discusses a situation where a company's sandbox API environment was not in sync with their production environment. This led to problems for developers who were testing in the sandbox and then had to switch to the production environment. The discussion highlights the importance of keeping different environments in sync and the value of a multi-stage deployment system.

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