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Brian Lawler (Iterable)

May 18, 2021
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ANECDOTE

Brian Lawler's Career Journey

  • Brian Lawler shared his 30-year journey from consulting to principal engineering at Iterable.
  • He highlighted his transition from coding to architectural leadership and the growth of Iterable.
INSIGHT

Architectural Role vs Coding

  • Architectural issues often extend beyond simple bugs requiring deeper strategic thinking.
  • Principal engineers focus on high-level design rather than hands-on coding to address complex system needs.
INSIGHT

Complementary Principal Engineer Roles

  • Iterable's two principal engineers complement each other by focusing on application usability and system optimization.
  • Diverse engineering perspectives enhance problem-solving and team value.
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