The Everything Feed - All Packet Pushers Pods HS105: How to Train Your Unicorn: Thoughts on Ops Architects
Jun 3, 2025
Discover the vital role of Ops Architects in streamlining operations and architecture. The hosts debate whether to train architects in operations or vice versa while emphasizing the need for clearly defined organizational structures. They delve into the importance of practical operational insights in design and how AI can supercharge process optimization. Additionally, explore the challenges of technical silos and the dynamic between engineering and operations in hybrid organizations. It's a fascinating look at evolving roles in tech!
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Ops Empathy Key to Architecture
- Designing operations requires deep empathy for day-to-day operational challenges.
- Starting with someone who understands operations improves effectiveness in ops architecture roles.
Ops vs Architect Personality
- John Attil Johnson recalls that ops people prefer optimizing existing processes over creating new ones.
- He advises training architects in operations to gain practical experience before becoming ops architects.
Leverage AI in Ops Architecture
- Ops architects must be competent in using AI to optimize and design processes.
- Use AI as a tool for ideation and iteration but maintain human oversight for validation.
