Deeply caring for developer experience

Deeply caring for developer experience

Author: Michaela Greiler November 2, 2022 Duration: 44:55
Ashley Hunsberger deeply cares for developers, their happiness, and their productivity. After seeing how vital developer experience is, Ashley set-out to work in a relatively new role with new responsibilities: developer experience. Now, she is the Director of developer experience at Tackle.io, and in this interview, she tells us all about what that actually means.

Ever wondered what really happens inside the engineering teams at the world's most interesting tech companies? Software Engineering Unlocked pulls back the curtain on the craft, culture, and careers that define modern software development. Host Michaela Greiler sits down with a diverse range of engineering leaders, from seasoned architects at household names to innovative founders shaping new tools, for conversations that go far beyond code. They dig into the nuanced realities of building systems at scale-the collaborative decisions, the trade-offs, and the occasional missteps that every team faces. You’ll hear specific stories about technical challenges, but also about fostering effective teams, navigating career growth, and the human side of creating products that users genuinely connect with. This isn't about abstract theory; it's a grounded look at the strategies and mindsets that lead to better engineering outcomes. If you're a developer, manager, or simply curious about how great software gets made, this podcast offers a rare, candid glimpse into the practices that matter. Each episode feels like a direct, personal conversation, providing actionable insights you can apply to your own work and professional journey. Tune in for thoughtful discussions that are as much about the art of engineering as they are about the science.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 78

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