I came across this as one of the hot Delicious links of the day.
Open Kosmaczewski - Saving a Failing Project.
For some reason, I like to read about project management. I feel that as a a product manager, it enhances my relationships with the project managers, developers, and I really do like the science of it. This particular blog seemed like a very inspiring and real-world account of using hardcore management basics to get a software project out the door. I was intrigued and wanted to know how this could help me!
Then, near the end I came to this part:
I did not take any technical decisions about the project; I gave full authority on this matter to the lead developer, who in turn appreciated this trust and took spontaneously the decision of documenting and unit testing the system thoroughly doing extra hours every day.
Oh, I get it now. Satire! These crazy internet jokes. Spontaneus unit testing and documentation! “LOL” You almost had me there!
2 responses so far ↓
1 Adrian // Aug 11, 2008 at 5:53 pm
I must admit that I don’t get the “satire” you mention, but then again, if this made you laugh, then so be it!
2 MickO // Aug 11, 2008 at 6:35 pm
Hi Adrian,
Thanks for commenting!
I was just pointing out that to find a lead developer who will “volunteer” to unit test and document on extra time is very rare — and so the report must be a joke! I was being sarcastic. I know you were telling the truth, but it would be impossible for me to find a developer who would do that.
It would be like saying: Here is a great trick for getting from Paris to Milan very easily: Step 1 - get a car that goes 500 kph! Easy!
Anyway, it is all in fun. Hope you have a good day!
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