Taking a short break from the usual sprint cycles and screen time this weekend to soak in the beauty of spring in full bloom. Hope you enjoy these shots – drop a comment and let me know what you think! Wrapping it up with a view of Yosemite’s iconic Half Dome and a powerful waterfall, […]
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It’s every Technical Project Manager’s nightmare, that is what if one of your key developers resigns in the middle of a sprint. This isn’t just a theoretical “what if”; it recently happened to a fellow TPM, and it left his team, product sponsor, and key stakeholders scrambling to realign. Suddenly, the sprint goals were in
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As promised, taking a break and setting boundaries for sake of “work-life balance”. I wanted to share a few moments from the other side of computer screen. First is one of my favorite bridges in the world – Golden Gate Bridge. Then, during a recent stroll, I came across a beautifully restored 1949 Ford pickup
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When we gather in IT circles, whether it’s developers (Devs), technical project managers (TPMs), or product managers (PMs), conversations often revolve around information security. One recurring topic that sparks deep discussion is how to run an API securely & successfully. It’s not just about getting the API to work; it’s about ensuring it’s well-designed, secure,
API Basics: How to Securely Run and Manage an API Read More »
In today’s fast-paced, innovation-driven environment, success of software projects hinges not just on smart tools or cutting-edge methodologies, but it depends on successful teams behind them. Yet, I have seen with my own eyes that many organizations struggle with a fundamental paradox, i.e. How do you empower your teams to take ownership and be innovative,
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How often do we, as Software Release, Delivery Managers, and Technical Project Managers, face this challenge of delivering high-quality Software Apps under tight budget constraints? It’s a common struggle, one that requires us to not only use our Dev and Test resources wisely, but also to enforce a disciplined change management process, promote operational efficiency,
Balancing Quality and Budget: Practical Strategies for Release and Delivery Managers Read More »
How many times has this scenario come up in your career as a TPM? – And you said, I’ve been here before. That your sprint is halfway done, your team is knee-deep in refactoring legacy code, and suddenly, a stakeholder drops a “must-have” feature that wasn’t even in the backlog last week. Another stakeholder insists
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I’ve been working with Azure DevOps since its transition from Visual Studio Team Services (VSTS), witnessing its evolution in both functionality and scope. With this current infusion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and my own training in this field, my curiosity has reached new heights. I felt compelled to analyze and organize my thoughts by outlining
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After a discussion with some of my IT professional friends about my recent (Article) contribution on AI and Azure DevOps Backlogs, I decided to organize my thoughts on how AI enhances Azure DevOps dashboards. These dashboards provide teams with real-time insights into project progress, backlog management, and CI/CD pipeline performance. With an integration of Artificial
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On my way from Chicago to Seattle via Las Vegas a few years ago (When I was working ‘onsite’ at Microsoft Campus in Redmond WA) , I was lucky enough to capture some rare photos from my plane window seat: The majestic Grand Canyon from 37,000 feet above! Just landed @ – Las Vegas Air
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