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6 - When Should You Bail
In this episode, Michael and Ben discuss the challenges of decision-making in software engineering, particularly focusing on the sunk cost fallacy, emotional attachmen...
5 - How to Lead Engineers with Ben Johnson
In this episode, Michael Berk and Ben Johnson discuss the essential traits of effective engineering leadership, the importance of customer-centric software development...
4 - How to Transfer Projects
In this episode, Michael Berk and Ben discuss the intricacies of transferring code, project ownership, and knowledge within teams, particularly in the context of machi...
3 - How to be a Tech Lead (TL)
In this episode, Michael Berk and Ben Wilson discuss their experiences at Databricks, focusing on project management, team dynamics, and the importance of product alig...
2 - How to Make Knowledge Useful
In this episode, Michael and Ben Wilson discuss the concept of knowledge acquisition, focusing on how to effectively acquire knowledge for practical action rather than...
1 - How to Scope and Build
In this episode of Freeform AI, hosts Michael and Ben discuss the importance of understanding ROI in feature development, emphasizing the need for effective prioritiza...