Tag Archives: software development

The use of feature flags in software development has become more and more prevalent over time, especially as teams move to DevOps-style development with frequent releases. I’ve often thought that using feature flags allows technical people to separate out the … Continue reading →

I have run into a lot of people in the last few years that love decoupled software and microservices. It seems many people are aiming to move their work in this direction, and while I see some appeal, I also … Continue reading →

If your job as a developer or DBA has been like mine, it’s a constant stream of requests to change something, often without enough information and short deadlines that create a bit of stress. There’s always more work to be … Continue reading →

Starbucks has too many order combinations. This article about the challenges for their new CEO notes there are over 170,000 combinations of things customers can order. As someone who has visited a store often and stood behind someone placing an … Continue reading →