Best of Project Management — February 2024

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   DEV·2y

   The best software engineers write instead of code

   Software engineering is not just about writing code, but involves planning and documenting approaches and goals. Unit test cases are prioritized over code quality, and tracking decisions in writing is crucial for accountability.

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   The Verge·2y

   Wunderlist’s creators are back with a nifty new to-do app

   A new to-do app called Superlist, created by the original team behind Wunderlist, has been released. It combines task management with notes and lists, and offers features such as automatic task recognition and organization. The app is designed for teams at work but can also be used solo, and has a Pro account available for $8 per month per user.

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   ThePrimeTime·2y

   Falsehoods Jr Devs Believe Aboutr Sr Devs

   Becoming a senior developer does not mean having all the answers or avoiding mundane tasks. It involves learning to navigate complex responsibilities and working with uncertainty. Senior developers may still be involved in hands-on work while also taking on mentoring and strategic planning. Balancing work and life becomes more important, and job security is not guaranteed. Ultimately, seniority brings more autonomy and the ability to make a bigger impact, but it also requires adapting to new challenges.

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   InfoQ·2y

   What Software Developers Can Do to Prevent Forgetting or Overlooking Things

   Software developers can prevent overlooking things by automating deployment, setting up error logging, and using checklists and reminders. These measures help prevent delays and ensure the functionality of the product.

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   Atomic Spin·2y

   How I Avoid Fatigue on Long Projects

   Tips and tricks to avoid fatigue and burnout on long projects, including keeping a personal backlog, revisiting the project's purpose, switching up routines, and celebrating both big milestones and small victories.

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   Product Hunt·2y

   Iteration X - The AI-native project management app

   Iteration X is a project management app with embedded AI copilots that learn from your team's knowledge for faster product shipment.

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   Hacker News·2y

   ARCHITECTURE.md

   Adding an ARCHITECTURE document to open-source projects can bridge the gap between contributors and core developers by providing a high-level overview of the project's structure. The document should include a bird's eye overview, a codemap of coarse-grained modules, and explicit architectural invariants. It should be revisited a few times a year to ensure accuracy.

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