

Nicole Forsgren
Co-founder and CEO of Dora, acquired by Google Cloud. Currently VP of Research & Strategy at GitHub, focusing on software performance and DevOps.
Top 10 podcasts with Nicole Forsgren
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Jul 30, 2023 • 1h 16min
How to measure and improve developer productivity | Nicole Forsgren (Microsoft Research, GitHub, Google)
Nicole Forsgren, a developer productivity and DevOps expert currently at Microsoft Research, digs into the intricacies of measuring developer productivity. She discusses frameworks like DORA and SPACE, shedding light on the benchmarks of excellence and frequent pitfalls to avoid. Nicole emphasizes the importance of a healthy developer experience, and her Four-Box framework provides a unique approach to analyzing data relationships. Listeners can expect actionable strategies to enhance team culture and productivity, all while embracing the evolving tech landscape.

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Feb 19, 2025 • 1h 23min
Developer productivity with Dr. Nicole Forsgren (creator of DORA, co-creator of SPACE)
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Nicole Forsgren, a leading expert in developer productivity and co-creator of the DORA and SPACE frameworks, dives into the complexities of measuring productivity in software development. She explores the importance of holistic metrics that prioritize developer well-being and communication. Nicole shares insightful strategies for improving team dynamics, the impact of AI tools on workflows, and the value of investment in platform teams to boost productivity. It's a treasure trove of knowledge for tech leaders and engineers alike!

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Sep 1, 2022 • 31min
From DORA to SPACE to DX - A Fireside Chat with Nicole Forsgren
In this special episode, Dr. Nicole Forsgren, author of award-winning book Accelerate and co-author of "The SPACE of Developer Productivity", talks about her work with DORA, the inspiration behind the SPACE framework, and how she's thinking about developer experience.Watch the on-demand fireside chat or read the announcement of Nicole joining DX as a strategic advisor.

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Jun 19, 2025 • 60min
Frictionless Development with Nicole Forsgren
Nicole Forsgren, a DevOps and developer productivity expert at Microsoft and co-author of the influential book Accelerate, shares her insights on eliminating friction in software development. She discusses the transformative role of AI in enhancing workflows, focusing on automation in testing and deployment. Nicole highlights the challenges faced by junior developers and the cultural shifts necessary for improving developer experience. The conversation delves into integrating AI tools within DevOps and the potential pitfalls, as well as the importance of communication among developers.

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May 26, 2024 • 1h 11min
DORA, Measuring Software ROI & Choosing The Right Metrics | Dr. Nicole Forsgren In The Engineering Room Ep. 29
Dr. Nicole Forsgren, tech exec and author, discusses measuring software ROI and choosing metrics. Topics incl. DORA impact, future of software engineering, and data influence. Exploring software development measurement challenges and optimizing metrics. Importance of architectural guidelines in cloud environments, persuasion in new approaches, and balancing craft and engineering in software development. Emphasizing fast feedback and incremental progress for growth.

Jun 19, 2025 • 58min
Frictionless Development with Nicole Forsgren
Nicole Forsgren, a renowned expert in DevOps and developer productivity, shares insights on eliminating friction in software development. She discusses her upcoming book and the significant role of AI tools in workflow enhancement. The conversation dives into DORA insights that reshape software delivery, emphasizing the importance of culture and collaboration. Forsgren also highlights the balance between automation and creativity among junior developers, addressing challenges such as technical debt in today's rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Jun 19, 2025 • 60min
Frictionless Development with Nicole Forsgren
Nicole Forsgren, a DevOps and developer productivity expert, joins the discussion to reshape how we think about development. She dives into her upcoming book on eliminating friction in software creation, highlighting the vital role of AI technologies alongside traditional DevOps practices. The conversation explores enhancing productivity through better workflows, the differences between brownfield and greenfield projects, and how AI integration influences developer dynamics. With insights from DORA, Forsgren emphasizes that refining tools and methods is crucial for successful projects.

Apr 3, 2025 • 25min
Ep. #33, Developer Experience with Nicole Forsgren
Nicole Forsgren, a leading developer productivity researcher and co-founder of DORA, shares her insights on how AI is transforming software development. She discusses the integration of large language models in coding, emphasizing the importance of human intuition alongside automation. The conversation touches on the evolving dynamics of developer experience, the challenges of maintaining legacy systems, and the transformative role of product management in tech. Forsgren also reflects on her journey from English literature to the tech scene, highlighting the innovation opportunities that come with this shift.

Mar 6, 2020 • 45min
Innovation Through Software Development and IT
Nicole Forsgren, co-founder and CEO of Dora, and Jez Humble, CTO at DORA, discuss how organizations leverage software to innovate. They reveal insights from their research on high-performing companies, emphasizing the balance between speed and stability in DevOps. The conversation highlights the importance of integrating technology with company culture for a competitive advantage, and advocates for updated metrics to measure productivity. Their insights illustrate that adaptability and supportive leadership are crucial for any organization's success in the tech-driven landscape.

Sep 6, 2018 • 34min
Accelerate: The State of DevOps with Dr. Nicole Forsgren
Dr. Nicole Forsgren PhD discusses her report on the state of DevOps, revealing the secrets of high-performing companies and why they deliver software reliably with speed and quality. The podcast covers statistical analysis methods, the importance of testing, adopting cloud computing characteristics for elite performance, scaling challenges in the early days of the internet, and the success of her book 'Accelerate: The Science Behind DevOps'.