Becoming a Geek Leader

What do you do when you’re on a burning platform? Software Horror Stories BGLS5E7

Tom Cooper — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 20:55:39 +0000

In “What to Do When You’re on a Burning Platform,” I share real-world software horror stories about outdated technology systems that are dragging companies down. We’ll talk about the dangers of staying on old systems, the impact it can have on your business, and practical steps you can take to make the case for change. Key questions to ask about your own tech stack Actionable advice on how to begin a successful tech transformation

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Why your project will probably fail – BGLS5E6B

Tom Cooper — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 13:15:07 +0000

Here are 4 keys to helping your projects and your skills get better FAST

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The airport with 2 control towers

Tom Cooper — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 18:00:30 +0000

What you can expect, why I'm creating it, and some samples of what you'll get by listening to the podcast.

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What happens when you have a firehose of money for your software project?

Tom Cooper — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:08:40 +0000

‘Mo money, Mo problems’ - how having a big budget isn’t always a blessing, and how cloud can bite you

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BGLS5E4 – Living the dream

Tom Cooper — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 13:15:39 +0000

Frank’s big dream was at risk. He hoped Oliver could rescue it, but needed help to find a path to success.

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From dysfunction to a soft landing: How Ajay found a way for his team to win. BGLS5E3

Tom Cooper — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 19:12:27 +0000

Ajay was facing late software, blown sales forecasts and a dysfunctional team, but he found a good path for the team

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Disaster Averted: An Impossible Project Succeeds – BGLS5E2

Tom Cooper — Mon, 22 May 2023 12:00:01 +0000

The project was a train wreck, with lots of errors, but the team found a path to turn disaster into a big win.

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BGLS5E1 – Software Horror Story #1 – Everyone Needs a Reservation

Tom Cooper — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 20:34:11 +0000

Listen to a software horror story and what could be done to rescue the team from disaster!

You’re not super technical?

Tom Cooper — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 16:28:17 +0000

You don’t have to be the most technical person to lead a software team.

What do you mean “It’s Better”?

Tom Cooper — Thu, 16 Apr 2020 00:54:59 +0000

Your #customer may mean something #different when they ask which #product is #better. What are they looking for? http://TomCooper.us