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Why introverts get overlooked (and what to do about it)
Introverts have natural abilities that can make them the strongest leaders, but getting the visibility on these skills is the key.
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The rise of coding with parallel agents
Exponents see it as the future of software development. Do they have a point?
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What happens when “learn to code” fails a generation?
Options are thin on the ground for junior devs as AI and economic factors cut off blood supply to their careers.
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Clear technical vision is the key for aligned growth
Technical visions are the guardrails that keep decision-making aligned across orgs.
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What is an engineering manager? Taking the step up
This fulfilling role takes you a step beyond a lead engineer. Find out how to best showcase your skills to land it.
Deadline: January 4, 2026
Call for Proposals for London 2026 is open!
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The Manager’s Path: Camille Fournier in conversation
A guide for tech leaders navigating growth and change.
Things I got wrong when preparing for my first Engineering Manager role
Ferit Topcu shares his own experiences in this transition, the errors I made, and how I overcame them.
What we talk about when we talk about leadership
Exploring key leadership themes from years in tech, this talk offers guidance and practical strategies to help engineers become the leaders they want to be.
On-call revolution: Building a culture of ownership and collaboration
Discover how innovative on-call rotations empower developers, foster team collaboration, and reduce complexity, creating a cohesive, ownership-driven culture that enhances service quality.
Managing authentically across levels
Learn how to manage engineers at all levels with practical tips for adapting your style to support growth and foster a thriving, high-performing engineering team.
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Berlin • November 3 & 4, 2025
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The key to quickly unblocking decision-making
Unlock quick decision-making by evaluating what you know, what you don’t know, and, based on those things, hypotheses you can make.
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How to reserve engineering capacity and deliver projects on time
When you’re project planning as a manager, it’s good to make sure you reserve some of your engineers’ capacity ahead of time.
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Preparing your team for a tense election season
And should we even talk about politics at work in the first place?
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Can you lead a struggling team to success?
Taking a leadership position of a struggling team isn’t exactly a smooth ride. With ups and downs, it can be difficult to see a positive end.
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How “you build it, you run it” improves team performance
Whether it’s recruiting new talent, team accountability, or streamlining processes, “you build it, you run it” is the philosophy for you.
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The best feature management and experimentation software 2025
Feature flags and experimentation are critical for progressive developer teams who want granular control over their feature delivery. But which tool is the right one for you?
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How to handle difficult conversations as a leader
Difficult conversations are never anyone’s favorite pastime. For many, it can be an anxiety-inducing trip…but it doesn’t have to be.
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Be careful with ‘open source’ AI
Open source AI models may be appealing for developers, but there are still plenty of complex risks to assess.
Videos for Engineering managers
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All of this has happened before
A mother-daughter conversation revealing how past tech trends mirror today’s AI hype and what we can learn.
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From friction to function: Strengthening the product-engineering alliance
Learn practical strategies to turn product-engineering friction into alignment through better prioritization, communication, and shared decision-making.
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Interviewing in the age of AI
Rethink technical interviews for an AI-enhanced world by focusing on timeless engineering skills and real-world problem solving.
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In partnership with DXLeadership in AI-assisted engineering
Learn leadership strategies for AI-assisted engineering, focusing on adoption productivity, psychological safety, and responsible AI use.
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Beyond the hype: What test automation really costs
Test automation promises speed and savings, but this talk reveals the hidden costs and how to avoid common strategic pitfalls.
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The uncomfortable middle: Growing as a Director in uncertain times
Grow as a leader of leaders through reorgs, role shifts, and team tensions in the messy middle of uncertainty.
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Plugging in power: Understanding how tech careers are shaped by power dynamics
Explore how hidden power dynamics shape tech careers and learn to recognize, navigate, and harness power to advance effectively.
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A reality check on AI’s impact on business transformation
Discover how AI unlocks high-value opportunities beyond code generation, transforming businesses and maximizing the impact of engineering time.
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Finding the spark: Unlocking growth potential on your team
Learn a practical framework to spot different growth needs on your team and support each person’s development effectively.
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Tech lead to manager – a blueprint for successful transition
Navigate the shift from tech lead to manager with a clear roadmap, practical tools, and strategies for early success.
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Predictable is better than fast
Explore how prioritizing predictability over speed leads to more sustainable progress, stronger teams, and faster outcomes in the long run.
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Building ethical AI: Transparency, bias mitigation, and trust
Explore how to build trustworthy, human-centered AI by prioritizing transparency and effectively mitigating bias, discrimination, and ethical risks.