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You’re holding it wrong! The double loop model for agentic coding

Joé Dupuis has noticed an influx of videos and blog posts about the "correct" way of working with AI agents. Joé thinks most of it is bad advice, and has a better approach he wants to show you.

Joé Dupuis

Accelerate quality software

Don't play it safe: Improve your continuous discovery process to reduce risk

Doc Norton

Product management

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How an early-stage startup engineering team improved the bottom line fast

Jonathon Baugh

Maximize software investment

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End-to-End Testing Auth Flows with Playwright and Next.js

Dave Mosher

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Whenever this kind of thing happens, the biggest mindset shift is not going from single tool to platform (though that's useful to translate to business use cases), it's what happens when you realize there's an entire ecosystem at play here. 🤯

Cathy Colliver

TIL you can use redirect.github.com in links to avoid a back reference being created on github from commits, comments, PRs, etc.

Jason Karns

Test-driven development is to programming what double-entry bookkeeping is to accounting.

Neal Lindsay

The fundamental character flaw of the software creator is not the misguided belief that they can solve any problem with software. Instead, it is the belief they can understand how their own software works before they create it.

Steve Jackson

We may need a SaaS appendix for Zawinski's law:

Any SaaS platform attempts to expand until it is a social network.

Matt Jones

Wow, 1 month for a rewrite seems a little aggressive.

Dustin Tinney

Beyond MVP: Why your most valuable tactic matters

Transform your delivery process by addressing the fundamental challenges that keep your teams from scaling effectively.

Dave Mosher

Accelerate quality software

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Thruster vs Kamal-proxy: Which HTTP proxy is right for you?

Whether it's Thruster's minimal setup or Kamal-proxy's robust handling of multiple applications, understanding the strengths of each proxy can drastically streamline your deployments.

Joé Dupuis

Software tooling & tips

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From brainstorm to breakthrough: How to unlock great ideas through regular brainstorming

Elevate your product strategy with the power of brainstorming. Here's a 'how to' for regular idea sessions that will fill your funnel, influence your stakeholders, energize your team, and help you build your innovation muscle.

Shawn Leitner

Communication & teams

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Think the customer is always right? Think again

“The customer is always right” is a myth. Saying yes to everything leads to bloated, forgettable products. Here’s how to push back with care and build something that truly matters.

David Lewis

Product management

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See how Test Double turns Las Vegas into the coolest office ever

We take our retreats as seriously as our code. Peek behind the scenes of innovation, connection, and outdoor adventures in Las Vegas.

Kate McGinty

Communication & teams

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Want top talent and diversity? RTO mandates aren't the answer

A new study looks at the effects of return-to-office (RTO) mandates on workforce diversity and retention. Here’s how these policies influence turnover rates, employee satisfaction, and productivity, especially among women and senior staff.

Kate McGinty

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

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Low-code and no-code platforms: a strategic guide

Here’s the real deal behind low-code/no-code platforms – the good, the bad, and the techy. Find out when they work best and when they might not meet your needs, according to software experts.

Kate McGinty

Software tooling & tips

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Why Rails upgrades are harder than you think

Rails upgrades seem straightforward—until they aren’t. Hidden costs, delays, and burnout can make in-house upgrades a nightmare. Here’s how to avoid it.

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