🎙️ The Ojo Effect Podcast - Episode 1

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Welcome to the very first episode of The Ojo Effect, where we explore the cutting edge of technology and uncover valuable insights for developers, tech enthusiasts, and decision-makers alike!

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the challenges of AI development, examining why traditional agile methodologies may not fit the bill for AI projects. Discover findings from the RAND Corporation’s latest research, which interviewed 65 leading data scientists and engineers, and learn why rigid agile practices can sometimes hinder innovation in AI.

We also feature an exclusive comparison of two leading AI tools - ChatGPT and Atlassian Rovo - thanks to the insightful analysis of Björn Döhler, co-CEO of Resolution. From creativity and adaptability to system integration, these tools offer a fascinating glimpse into the evolving landscape of AI in software development.

Whether you’re curious about the future of AI, eager to sidestep common pitfalls, or just looking to stay ahead of the curve in tech, this episode has something for you!

🎧 Tune in now and join the conversation!

The Ojo Effect Podcast Episode I: AI Innovations Explored

Michael Seibel, co-founder of Socialcam, describes the product development process he implemented to overcome the challenges of inefficient and ineffective development at Justin.tv. He details a structured approach to product development that includes defining a development cycle length, setting clear goals for each cycle, organizing inclusive brainstorming sessions, reaching consensus on features to build, creating detailed specifications for each feature, and establishing clear measurements of success. Seibel emphasizes the importance of a transparent and collaborative environment, efficient decision-making, and continuous testing throughout the development cycle. He concludes by highlighting the success of this approach in facilitating rapid iteration and achieving significant growth for Socialcam.

Guide To Product Development

Coraz więcej organizacji widzi korzyści z wizualizacji procesów przygotowawczych pracy za pomocą tzw. Upstream Kanbanu. Jak pracować z takim systemem, tablicą pod kątem spotkań? Czy w ogóle są potrzebne, a jeśli tak, to czy jedno, czy więcej? Oto kilka praktycznych porad dotyczących przechodzenia przez taką tablicę w jednym formacie - Service Request Review albo dwóch niezależnych kadencjach. Wysłuchaj, odnieś to do swojego kontekstu, a może będziesz w stanie lepiej zarządzić przepływem, komunikacją do klientów i zespołów? Przeczytaj również artykuł towarzyszący podcastowi:  https://www.tinyurl.com/464z73kk

74. Jak pracować z upstreamem - Service Request Review

Chris Holman welcomes back Tom Kelly, President & CEO, Automation Alley, Troy, MI.
Q. Thanks for coming back to talk about Project DIAMOnD. We’ve had you on several times this year to talk about Project DIAMOnD but we understand that you got some very good news related to additional federal funding last week – can you tell us more about that?
Yes -- Project DIAMOnD just received $1.9 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that was allocated to us by the state of Michigan. The funding was announced last week by the Michigan Infrastructure Office.
In addition, to that, the Michigan Economic Development Corp. announced that it would contribute $475,000 in new funding and Automation Alley will also contribute $125,000 in new funding.
So, in total, that’s an additional $2.5 million.
Q. That’s great news. Can you tell us how you are going to use this additional funding?
Until now, we have been funded by Oakland, Macomb and Wayne Counties – but our goal is to expand our network of connected 3D printers to companies across the state.
This investment represents an important first step in our vision of scaling Project DIAMOnD statewide to empower small- and medium-sized manufacturers across Michigan.
This additional funding will support the expansion of Project DIAMOnD to 100 small and mid-sized manufacturers.
We have also committed to using a minimum of 40% of the funding for companies in disadvantaged or underserved communities across the state. Participating companies will have access to the Project DIAMOnD Digital Transformation Program – which opened earlier this earlier this year – and expert assistance at the Project DIAMOnD Digital Transformation Center (DTC) in Auburn Hills.
Q: Can you remind our listeners what that Digital Transformation Center is?
Of course! It provides companies access to industrial 3D printing equipment, training and support.
The new Digital Transformation Center (DTC) is supported by Geofabrica, an Auburn Hills, Michigan business that specializes in the development of custom 3D printing systems and processes for industrial applications.
Through the DTC, Project DIAMOnD companies will have access to additive manufacturing courses, a team of experts, and access to additional 3D printers to test and make products.
Q: Let’s take a step back – can you remind our listeners what Project DIAMOnD is?
Project DIAMOnD stands for distributed, independent, agile manufacturing on demand. It is an initiative powered by Automation Alley and funded by Oakland County, Michigan.
Project DIAMOnD was developed in October 2020 to help Michigan manufacturers accelerate their digital transformation.
It was initially funded with $10 million from Oakland County and $2 million from Macomb County.
We used that funding to distribute 300 3D printers to small- and mid-size manufacturers at no cost, and to teach them how to use them.
Q. If I recall correctly, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer expressed her support earlier this year at the Mackinac Policy Conference for the work that Automation Alley and Project DIAMOnD are doing – is that correct?
Yes, that’s correct. We held a press conference with the Governor at Mackinac back in May.
At the time, she expressed support for our plan to expand statewide. Last weeks’ announcement builds on the governor’s vision to expand the “Infrastructure for Innovation,” shared technology and resources that entrepreneurs and businesses can leverage to grow in Michigan.
We are very thankful to Governor for her support and for the state for its support.

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Michigan Business Beat | Tom Kelly, Automation Alley Reviews Project DIAMOnD Getting Grant Funding

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Episode 99 -Year End Sweepstakes

This is the Engineering Culture Podcast, from the people behind InfoQ.com and the QCon conferences.
In this podcast Shane Hastie, Lead Editor for Culture & Methods spoke to Sophie Weston, Principal Engineer at ClearBank, about  her career in tech, the importance of good team practices, the evolution of DevOps, and the need for a supportive engineering culture.

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Cultivating Healthy Engineering Cultures: Insights from Sophie Weston

This is the Engineering Culture Podcast, from the people behind InfoQ.com and the QCon conferences.
In this podcast Shane Hastie, Lead Editor for Culture & Methods spoke to John Heintz about the gap between technical expertise and user experience, highlighting the importance of understanding human psychology in data-driven decision-making.

Read a transcript of this interview: https://bit.ly/3CjE3br

Subscribe to the Software Architects’ Newsletter for your monthly guide to the essential news and experience from industry peers on emerging patterns and technologies:
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QCon London (April 7-9, 2025)
Discover new ideas and insights from senior practitioners driving change and innovation in software development.
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Actionable insights on today’s critical dev priorities.
devsummit.infoq.com/conference/boston2025

InfoQ Dev Summit Munich (Save the date - October 2025)

QCon San Francisco 2025 (17-21, 2025)
Get practical inspiration and best practices on emerging software trends directly from senior software developers at early adopter companies.
https://qconsf.com/ 

InfoQ Dev Summit New York (Save the date - December 2025)


The InfoQ Podcasts: 
Weekly inspiration to drive innovation and build great teams from senior software leaders. Listen to all our podcasts and read interview transcripts:

- The InfoQ Podcast https://www.infoq.com/podcasts/ 
- Engineering Culture Podcast by InfoQ https://www.infoq.com/podcasts/#engineering_culture 
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The Human Factor in UX and Data-Driven Decisions

In this episode of Drunken PM Radio, Dave Prior discusses how to make daily standups more effective for teams that feel they are merely status calls. He shares ten actionable suggestions to enhance the value of these meetings, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, preparation, and maintaining a focused and respectful environment. The conversation also touches on the need for team members to take responsibility for their contributions and the dynamics of remote work.

Takeaways
	•	Daily standups should foster conversation, not just status updates.
	•	Avoid rigid structures like the three questions in standups.
	•	Team members should update their work status before the meeting.
	•	Focus on collaboration rather than individual assignments.
	•	Encourage camera use during virtual meetings for better connection.
	•	Limit standup meetings to 15 minutes to maintain efficiency.
	•	Rotate the facilitator to promote collective ownership.
	•	Use inclusive language to reinforce team unity.
	•	Preparation is key to a productive meeting.
	•	Respect your teammates by being prepared and engaged.

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10 Ways to Stop Your Daily Scrum From Acting Like a Status Meeting

Czy Kanban może pomóc w organizacji pracy jednej, ale za to obecnie kluczowej osoby w firmie? Tak, i nie musi to być “coś na boku” a raczej dojrzały, dostępny dla innych system Kanban, który nazwalibyśmy Individual Kanban. 

Jeśli masz w organizacji osobę, na którą spada dużo pracy z różnych kierunków (albo sam taką osobą jesteś), to może warto pomyśleć o zbudowaniu takiego Kanbanu i “wystawieniu” go swojemu otoczeniu. Takie samo podejście może posłużyć w organizacji swojego codziennego życia, a może nawet okaże się pomocne w osiąganiu celów i postanowień.


Dowiedz się, jakie korzyści zawodowo lub codziennie możesz uzyskać z wprowadzenia podejścia Individual Kanban.

76. Individual Kanban, czyli Kanban dla jednej ważnej osoby. Ciebie?

All backlogs are equal, but some backlogs are more equal than others.

Episode 100 -Some Backlogs Are More Equal Than Others

A podcast about Agile and Project Management

Dan Vacanti and Prateek Singh drink whisk(e)y and discuss various facets of agile software development. From scotch to bourbon and from metrics to human behaviour, we cover it all.

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Software engineers, architects and team leads have found inspiration to build better, high performing teams by listening to the weekly InfoQ Podcast. We have achieved that by interviewing some of the top CTOs, engineers and technology directors from companies like Uber, Netflix and more. Over 500,000 downloads in the last 3 years.

Podcast poświęcony wszystkiemu co związane z Kanbanem w pracy intelektualnej, twórczej, IT. Prowadzi Radek Orszewski - praktyk, coach i trener Metody Kanban.

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