Tag: CS-448
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Sprint Retrospective
Sprint 3 Retrospective Introduction Links to Activity on GitLab Reflections on the Sprint What Worked Well: The standout success of this sprint was our group communication. Facing challenges as a team, rather than individually, significantly eased our problem-solving process. Our review procedures were effective, facilitating a focused approach towards achieving our objectives. Areas for Improvement:…
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Sprint Retrospective
Sprint 2 Retrospective Introduction Links to Activity on GitLab Reflections on the Sprint What Worked Well? What Didn’t Work Well? Improvements for Team Performance The team’s ability to communicate and tackle problems collectively was a strong point during this sprint. It was an effective carry over from the last sprint and will hopefully be reflected…
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“Expose Your Ignorance”: Transforming Vulnerability into Strength
Summary of the Pattern: “Expose Your Ignorance” is a pattern that challenges the common fear of appearing unknowledgeable in professional settings. It encourages individuals to openly acknowledge the areas in which they lack understanding or skill, rather than concealing their ignorance. This approach is presented as a method for accelerating learning and building genuine connections…
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“Sweep the Floor”: Embracing Humility in Professional Growth
Summary of the Pattern: “Sweep the Floor” addresses the importance of humility and willingness to tackle basic, sometimes menial tasks in professional environments, especially for newcomers. This pattern suggests that by taking on simple, essential tasks that others may overlook or avoid, individuals can demonstrate their dedication, learn the intricacies of their environment, and gradually…
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Sprint Retrospective
Sprint 1 Retrospective Introduction Links to Activity on GitLab Reflections on the Sprint What Worked Well? What Didn’t Work Well? Given the detailed account of your Sprint 1 Retrospective, let’s complete the remaining sections with reflective insights and forward-looking statements based on your experiences and observations. Improvements for Team Performance The team’s ability to communicate…
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Mastering “The Deep End”: Thriving Through Challenge
Summary of the Pattern: “The Deep End” pattern is about deliberately taking on roles or projects that stretch your abilities beyond your current comfort zone. It’s predicated on the idea that significant professional growth often comes from tackling challenges that seem slightly beyond our reach. This pattern encourages individuals to seek out opportunities that demand…
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“Concrete Skills”: Building a Tangible Foundation for Growth
Summary of the Pattern: The “Concrete Skills” pattern emphasizes the importance of acquiring skills that can be directly applied in a professional setting, particularly for individuals in the early stages of their career in technology. It advocates for the development of a portfolio of practical, demonstrable skills that make one a valuable team member from…
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Embracing “Breakable Toys”: A Pathway to Mastery
Summary of the Pattern: The “Breakable Toys” pattern addresses the challenge of growing in a professional environment where failure can have significant consequences. This pattern encourages individuals to create a safe space for learning by developing projects or systems on their own time, which they can afford to break or mess up without risking their…
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Embracing a Beginner’s Mindset in Software Development: The White Belt Pattern
In the journey of continuous growth as a software developer, encountering plateaus is inevitable. It’s at these moments we must embrace “The White Belt” pattern from “Apprenticeship Patterns” by Dave Hoover and Adewale Oshineye. This pattern advises us to approach new learning opportunities with a beginner’s mindset, setting aside our deep-seated knowledge and expertise to…
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Chapter 1
Reading the assigned sections in “Apprenticeship Patterns: Guidance for the Aspiring Software Craftsman” by Dave Hoover and Adewale Oshineye has been an enlightening experience, reshaping my perspective on the path to mastering software development. Chapter 1, coupled with the introductory sections of Chapters 2-6, lays a foundational understanding of the craftsmanship model in software development,…
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