Tech Lead Journal
[Best of 2023] #112 - Developer Productivity and Experience - Abi Noda
Jan 8, 2024
Abi Noda, CEO & co-founder of DX, talks about the trend of measuring developer productivity and experience, challenges with traditional metrics, and research-based approaches to improve developer productivity.
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- Developer experience is an approach to maximizing engineering performance by increasing the capacity and performance of individuals and teams.
- Traditional metrics used to measure developer productivity are ineffective and can encourage counterproductive behaviors, while research-based approaches like DORA and SPACE provide valuable insights for improving software delivery performance and developer productivity.
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The Importance of Measuring Developer Experience and Productivity
In this podcast episode, the speaker discusses the increasing trend and importance of measuring developer experience and productivity. They argue that while this may seem like a new concept, business leaders have always sought ways to measure performance. Additionally, the shift to remote and hybrid working models, as well as the growing recognition of software as a critical component of business success, have further fueled the need for measuring and improving developer experience. The speaker emphasizes that developer experience is not just about measurement, but also about finding more effective ways of working and improving the day-to-day experience of delivering software.
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