What does a consultant do? What’s more important is what clients  expect  a consultant to do. And sometimes the right answer, surprisingly, is “nothing”.

Bitfield Consulting provides consulting services and resources for software developers and teams. Readers can find articles on software architecture, team collaboration, and project management. Additionally, they can learn about agile methodologies, software testing strategies, and techniques for improving code quality and maintainability.

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A guide to effective software consulting that covers the four types of client help (system builder, problem solver, problem finder, hired hand), the importance of listening before advising, underpromising on timescales, and avoiding the 'Batman trap' — where clients become dependent on the consultant instead of building their own capabilities. Key advice includes asking 'what problem are you really trying to solve?', letting clients arrive at solutions themselves, and knowing when to step back so clients develop self-sufficiency.

The Batman trap: when helping isn't helping — Bitfield Consulting