Tag Archives: software development

Does Speed Compromise Quality?

Posted on April 11, 2017 by way0utwest

One of the parts of DevOps that is often hyped is the speed and frequency of releases. Starting with Flickr and their 10 deployments a day, to Etsy deploying 50 times a day, we’ve seen companies showcasing their deployment frequency. … Continue reading →

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Change Approvals

Posted on March 24, 2017 by way0utwest

Part of a developer’s or DBA’s career is getting their work released to some system where others can use the system. Some of us may do this more than others, but we all usually have some role, whether in packaging … Continue reading →

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I Hate To Send This Email

Posted on March 23, 2017 by way0utwest

I use TrueDelta to report my car status every month. It’s a nice service, allowing car owners to see what experiences others have, and think about which models and years might be a good fit for me. I’ve tracked multiple … Continue reading →

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Launching Products

Posted on March 22, 2017 by way0utwest

Over the years I’ve seen a lot of products launched. I still remember the fanfare around Windows 95, and the efforts to make this an event of sorts, back when virtual events didn’t make sense. There have been a few … Continue reading →

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