Become an Epic Product Engineer

A step-by-step breakdown of a real project done Shape Up style. 00:00 - Framing/Shaping terminology and assumptions 02:47 - What is Shape Up 03:38 - Basecamp vs. more typical real-world teams Case study: 04:49 - Simple kanban for framing/shaping checkpoints 05:11 - A candidate from top leadership with unanswered questions 06:55 - Framing the problem/outcome with an SME 10:34 - Why I need to shape before jumping forward 11:35 - Shaping session with a senior engineer 15:29 - Back to framing with the SME 17:42 - Shaping session with the senior engineer and SME 19:19 - Writing it up for kickoff 20:57 - Kickoff with the team 21:30 - Mapping out vertical slices (scopes) 23:54 - Wiring first, high fidelity last 25:17 - The launch brief 26:01 - Reflection: Roles involved, progressively getting warmer 26:28 - Reflection: Long stretches of autonomy and spiky live sessions 27:53 - Misunderstanding about pitches. Shaping one thing per time box. 29:12 - Shaping in Real Life Series Visit http://ryansinger.co for more.

This talk was recorded at Copenhagen Developers Festival in Copenhagen, Denmark. #cphdevfest #ndcconferences #developer #softwaredeveloper Attend the next NDC conference near you: https://ndcconferences.com https://cphdevfest.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel and learn every day: / @NDC Follow our Social Media! https://www.facebook.com/ndcconferences https://twitter.com/NDC_Conferences https://www.instagram.com/ndc_conferences/ #agile #softskills In this talk, we look at the Shape Up methodology, a project management approach, or more correctly, a risk management technique, developed by Basecamp. We'll be focusing on its application in a real-world startup environment, drawing from two years of experience in implementing Shape Up. You'll get an overview of how this method contrasts with traditional project management techniques, particularly in terms of team organization and project execution. We will talk about our transition away from the traditional backlog system to embracing six-week work cycles and a project 'betting table', which has brought notable changes in our approach to task prioritization and execution. Our journey with Shape Up has given us several advantages, especially in moving away from exhaustive and often overwhelming backlogs. Another key aspect of our experience has been the shift from using time estimates over to implementing time budgets. While the approach has helped with our focus and with managing the uncertainties inherent in product development, it has not been without trade-offs. The talk will provide attendees with real-life examples and actionable insights, aiming to show how the Shape Up methodology can be effectively adapted in various organizational contexts and what challenges you can face. Whether you are part of a startup or a larger company, the session will offer valuable perspectives on balancing structure with flexibility in project management.