Finding stories in everyday adventures
The start of a new year is often a natural moment to pause and think deliberately about what comes next. For me, it is less about declaring resolutions and more about being deliberate in how I think about the year ahead. I do believe in setting goals, but only when they are grounded in a clear understanding of the technology decisions that actually shape outcomes over time. In modern organizations, those decisions span software architecture, …
Over the years, I’ve come to believe that the most effective technologists are the ones who stay deeply connected to the business. Not just during planning sessions or leadership reviews, but in the day-to-day rhythm of their work. This wasn’t always intuitive for me. Early in my career, I focused heavily on technical architecture, coding, and project delivery. But I eventually realized that without business context, even excellent technical execution can miss the mark. Here’s …
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