a16z Podcast Moving to Remote Development (and Work)
Apr 15, 2020
Jason Warner, the CTO of GitHub, shares insights on the evolution of remote work and development practices. He discusses the challenges teams face when transitioning from in-person to remote environments, emphasizing the need for clear communication and effective collaboration tools. Warner highlights innovative practices in the open-source community, such as automation and regular demos, which enhance transparency. He also addresses the complexities of conducting remote interviews and the importance of structured processes for successful virtual hiring.
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Location Bias
- Location bias in tech, especially Silicon Valley, limits access to talent.
- Opening up to remote work expands the talent pool and increases business efficiency.
Combating Micromanagement
- Micromanagement is amplified in remote settings due to lack of transparency, insight, or trust.
- Establish clear communication, decision-making processes, and progress tracking to avoid this.
Asynchronous Communication
- Use asynchronous, memorialized communication for remote teams.
- Tools like Slack should not be your primary source of institutional memory.