The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source The six dumbest ideas in computer security (News)
Jul 15, 2024
The discussion kicks off with a humorous dissection of six outdated ideas in computer security that still linger today. Listeners learn the importance of questioning these misconceptions to improve system protection. The conversation then shifts to project management, where story points are criticized for causing confusion. An alternative method of measuring cues offers a clearer path forward. Insights into innovative tools round out the episode, making for a thought-provoking listen on software development trends.
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Challenge Security Norms
- Question conventional wisdom in computer security.
- The status quo is clearly not working if breaches continue to rise.
Ditch Story Points
- Story points are pointless due to their inconsistency and subjectivity.
- Measure cues instead for more reliable estimations and problem identification.
Try Posting for HTTP
- Try Posting, a terminal-based HTTP client like Postman.
- It uses YAML files and offers efficient keyboard workflows.