For over 20 years, I have been working in IT in the software development domain. I have had the opportunity to assist numerous teams on their journey to efficiency by taking a holistic approach to the production process and addressing our human, sometimes overlooked, needs. I have also spent many years as a programmer, working (often through the night) in my own startup. This experience has allowed me to approach working with agile developers and a technically knowledgeable Scrum Master in a completely different way.

Agile leadership and technical mastery, a harmonious alliance

Agile leaders play a crucial role in fostering technical excellence. Technical excellence is not just about writing code that works – it’s about writing exceptionally well-crafted code. Despite initial success, teams often become stuck and stop making progress. They can become overwhelmed by legacy systems and manual processes, unsure of how to overcome the constraints imposed by poor design, outdated technology, and inefficient development practices. Is it possible to do something about it? Let’s explore examples where agile leaders can easily assist teams on their path to technical perfection.