Erin is Head of Product Engineering at Ippon. Her background is in full stack development with an emphasis now in application and solutions architecture. Her passion is for bringing product, process, and engineering together to build happy & high performing teams that create meaningful products.
Harmony in Innovation: Building Stronger Engineer-Product Relationships
Navigating the intricate relationship between product teams and engineers is crucial for the success of any project, especially in agile workflows where roles and responsibilities frequently intersect. This session, tailored for engineers and technical leads, dives deep into the challenges and opportunities that arise from this partnership, shedding light on practices that promote shared ownership, satisfaction, and effective communication. We will explore various collaborative models and provide real-world examples, highlighting the unique role that engineers play in fostering a productive relationship with product teams. Participants will learn about specific tools such as collaborative roadmapping, dual-track agile, and effective backlog refinement techniques, all aimed at enhancing the communication and alignment between engineers and product managers. Furthermore, we will cover strategies for facilitating open and constructive dialogue, empowering engineers to contribute their technical expertise to product discussions, and fostering an environment where innovative thinking is valued and encouraged. Specifically, attendees can expect to walk away with: Key Strategies for Enhanced Communication: Guidelines to strengthen the dialogue between product and engineering, ensuring technical insights are effectively communicated. Practices for Shared Ownership: Approaches to cultivate a sense of pride and accountability among engineers for the products they contribute to. A Product-Engineering Competency Model: A straightforward roadmap to guide continuous improvement in collaboration, helping teams assess their current state and identify areas for growth. The aim is to create a more harmonious and productive working environment, where engineers contribute not just code, but strategic value to their projects.
2024 Workshops
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Timeline
- January 1
2024 Kickoff
Call for Papers, Early Bird tickets sales (first 100 only, then prices +$100), sponsor sales, scholarship program all open
- January 31
CFP Close
CFP Closes
- March 1
Speakers Announced!
Speakers announced, regular ticket sales
- July 1
Late ticket sales
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- September 24
Workshop day!
JConf.dev 2024 starts with workshop day
- September 25
The big show!
JConf.dev 2024 begins!
