RetroByte: What Is UX Design? Why Does It Matter?

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It’s the very first episode of The Big Pitch with Jimmy Carr and our first guest is Phil Wang! And Phil’s subgenre is…This Place is Evil. We’re talking psychological torture, we’re talking gory death scenes, we’re talking Lorraine Kelly?! The Big Pitch with Jimmy Carr is a brand new comedy podcast where each week a different celebrity guest pitches an idea for a film based on one of the SUPER niche sub-genres on Netflix. From ‘Steamy Crime Movies from the 1970s’ to ‘Australian Dysfunctional Family Comedies Starring A Strong Female Lead’, our celebrity guests will pitch their wacky plot, their dream cast, the marketing stunts, and everything in between. By the end of every episode, Jimmy Carr, Comedian by night / “Netflix Executive” by day, will decide whether the pitch is greenlit or condemned to development hell! Listen on all podcast platforms and watch on the Netflix Is A Joke YouTube Channel . The Big Pitch is a co-production by Netflix and BBC Studios Audio. Jimmy Carr is an award-winning stand-up comedian and writer, touring his brand-new show JIMMY CARR: LAUGHS FUNNY throughout the USA from May to November this year, as well as across the UK and Europe, before hitting Australia and New Zealand in early 2026. All info and tickets for the tour are available at JIMMYCARR.COM Production Coordinator: Becky Carewe-Jeffries Production Manager: Mabel Finnegan-Wright Editor: Stuart Reid Producer: Pete Strauss Executive Producer: Richard Morris Executive Producers for Netflix: Kathryn Huyghue, Erica Brady, and David Markowitz Set Design: Helen Coyston Studios: Tower Bridge Studios Make Up: Samantha Coughlan Cameras: Daniel Spencer Sound: Charlie Emery Branding: Tim Lane Photography: James Hole…

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RetroByte: What Is UX Design? Why Does It Matter?

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This week, our heroes are a team of one. This time, Jeremy takes over to discuss User Experience and why it should matter to the entire software team, not just UX Professionals.

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In the Dark: The Stakeholder from Hell 12:19

31 weeks ago12:19

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What happens when your stakeholder is actually a demon from the darkest depths of UX hell? Listen for a wild ride through Silicon Valley’s dark side in our special Halloween episode. We’re trading our usual insights for incantations as we follow the misadventures of Sarah, Mike, and Emily, a UX team at the unicorn startup TechNova. Their world is turned upside down when they meet Mr. Deville, a new stakeholder who brings new meaning to the phrase “design from hell.” Our intrepid team faces challenges that would make even the most seasoned UX professional weep: interfaces that change on their own, product roadmaps possessed by demons, and stakeholder requests that defy the laws of physics (and good design). As they realize the true nature of their predicament, they must use every UX trick in the book – and perhaps invent a few new ones – to save their product and their souls. This episode is a tongue-in-cheek look at the sometimes hellish world of UX design, startup culture, and stakeholder management. It’s packed with laughs, gasps, and maybe even a few valuable lessons about staying true to good design principles, no matter how devilish the circumstances. Don’t miss this hilarious and horrifying journey into the dark side of UX! So go ahead and give it a listen… If you dare! —– Thanks for listening! We hope you enjoyed today’s episode. If you liked what you heard, be sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a comment and a five-star review. It helps us out a ton. If you haven’t already, sign up for our email list. We won’t spam you. Pinky swear. • Check out our website • Follow us on twitter • Find us on Facebook • Subscribe on Google Podcasts • Subscribe on Apple Podcasts • Subscribe on Spotify • Subscribe on Stitcher The post In the Dark: The Stakeholder from Hell appeared first on Retro Time .…

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78. A Thin Line: The Rough Reality of Enterprise Software 46:02

1 year ago46:02

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No one likes one-play toilet paper. Yet it’s everywhere. It’s in just about every public or institutional toilet across the world. This begs the question, if no one likes one-play toilet paper, why is it everywhere? Well, I think it’s simple. The people who pay for the toilet paper aren’t the ones who have to use it. And it’s not too unlike enterprise software when you think about it. The people who get stuck using enterprise software have very little say in what tools they’re supposed to use every day. The people who pay for the software are rarely the ones who have to use it. Not to mention enterprise software is usually seen as a cost-center, not a profit-center. So there is very little incentive to bake quality in from the beginning. This week Derek and Jeremy dig into this conundrum and talk through some potential solutions to this unique problem. Topics: • 03:00 – The Analogy of One-Ply Toilet Paper and Enterprise Software • 20:00 – Building Better Software and the Importance of Empathy • 27:00 – Creating Empathy and Relationships in the Workplace • 31:00 – Turning Knuckleheads into Stallions • 31:28 – Building Great Software Requires Focus and Vision • 32:27 – Empathy and Skill are Essential for Solving Problems • 33:40 – Assuming Positive Intent and Encouraging Effort • 34:09 – The Challenge of Leadership Problems • 35:03 – Lack of Vision and Strategy as Leadership Problems • 36:38 – The Need for Empowering Employees to Speak Up • 39:30 – The Iceberg of Ignorance and Incentives for Silence • 41:40 – The Lack of Democracy in the Workplace • 48:26 – Leadership’s Role in Building Better Software —– Thanks for listening! We hope you enjoyed today’s episode. If you liked what you heard, be sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a comment and a five-star review. It helps us out a ton. If you haven’t already, sign up for our email list. We won’t spam you. Pinky swear. • Check out our website • Follow us on twitter • Find us on Facebook • Subscribe on Google Podcasts • Subscribe on Apple Podcasts • Subscribe on Spotify • Subscribe on Stitcher The post 78. A Thin Line: The Rough Reality of Enterprise Software appeared first on Retro Time .…

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In the Dark: The Tale of the Cursed Prototype 26:28

2 years ago26:28

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What happens when the quest for the perfect design goes too far? Today, we’re stepping away from our usual interviews and discussions to bring you a special Halloween treat. This is the story of Ethan. A talented UX designer so committed to creating the perfect prototype that he becomes consumed by it—so much so that he loses himself in his work… Never to be seen again. 😱 Two brave interns hear about Ethan’s tale and decide to unravel the mystery. What they discover is beyond anything they could have imagined. Whether you’re a junior UX designer, a career shifter, or even a seasoned pro, this episode should serve as a cautionary tale. It’s a haunting reminder of what can happen when we lose ourselves in our work and the dangers of focusing on perfection at all costs. So go ahead and give it a listen… If you dare! —– Thanks for listening! We hope you enjoyed today’s episode. If you liked what you heard, be sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a comment and a five-star review. It helps us out a ton. If you haven’t already, sign up for our email list. We won’t spam you. Pinky swear. • Check out our website • Follow us on twitter • Find us on Facebook • Subscribe on Google Podcasts • Subscribe on Apple Podcasts • Subscribe on Spotify • Subscribe on Stitcher The post In the Dark: The Tale of the Cursed Prototype appeared first on Retro Time .…

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In the Dark: A Cautionary Tale of UX Dark Patterns 10:20

2 years ago10:20

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Sit right back and you’ll hear a tale. A tale of a woman who isn’t quite careful about what she does with her personal information while browsing the internet. Do you think you’re safe online? Do you pay close attention to the websites you visit? Unscrupulous UX designers might use some dirty tactics to trick you into doing their evil bidding. Don’t fall for these dirty tricks. Find out how to protect yourself by listening to this cautionary tale of UX dark patterns. We want to give a huge shout-out to Kat Richards for writing an awesome article about UX dark patterns that inspired this story. Thanks Kat! Helpful Links: • A Very Scary UX Halloween Story: Dark Patterns and Bad UX —– Thanks for listening! We hope you enjoyed today’s episode. If you liked what you heard, be sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a comment and a five-star review. It helps us out a ton. If you haven’t already, sign up for our email list. We won’t spam you. Pinky swear. • Check out our website • Follow us on twitter • Find us on Facebook • Subscribe on Google Podcasts • Subscribe on Apple Podcasts • Subscribe on Spotify • Subscribe on Stitcher The post In the Dark: A Cautionary Tale of UX Dark Patterns appeared first on Retro Time .…

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77. Sink or Swim: How to Survive Being Overleveled 49:27

2 years ago49:27

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Lots of folks have ended up in the position of being at a higher level than they maybe should be. This sounds like a blessing, but it could quickly turn into a curse when you decide to move to a new job where you may be viewed as less experienced than other people at your level. Overlevelling can happen for several reasons. It’s possible your current team doesn’t have a lot of rigor around promotions or hiring. It’s also possible a new company would offer a higher band to help give recruiters more wiggle room during compensation negotiations. If you’ve been over leveled it means you may have a hard time making a lateral move and may have to think about making a more horizontal switch. Whatever the reason, it’s important to ignore titles and focus on your experience level and the context of the team. A great team will know your level and be able to get you up to speed. —– Thanks for listening! We hope you enjoyed today’s episode. If you liked what you heard, be sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a comment and a five-star review. It helps us out a ton. If you haven’t already, sign up for our email list. We won’t spam you. Pinky swear. • Check out our website • Follow us on twitter • Find us on Facebook • Subscribe on Google Podcasts • Subscribe on Apple Podcasts • Subscribe on Spotify • Subscribe on Stitcher The post 77. Sink or Swim: How to Survive Being Overleveled appeared first on Retro Time .…

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76. Ctrl+Alt+Del Your Existential Dread: A Phoenix Will Rise Out of ChatGPT’s Ashes 32:46

2 years ago32:46

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AI isn’t coming. AI is here. There are two types of people in this world. Those who are chomping at the bit to embrace AI tools like ChatGPT, and those who are terrified the end is nigh. Let’s face it, AI is pretty incredible. But it’s also kind of dumb right now. We’re not quite to the point of dealing with Skynet and Terminator-style robots looking to completely wipe out humanity… yet. Is there any point in fighting it? Does it do any good? Or should you pop some popcorn, sit back, relax, and get ready for the end? It all depends if you agree with Derek or not. —– Thanks for listening! We hope you enjoyed today’s episode. If you liked what you heard, be sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a comment and a five-star review. It helps us out a ton. If you haven’t already, sign up for our email list. We won’t spam you. Pinky swear. • Check out our website • Follow us on twitter • Find us on Facebook • Subscribe on Google Podcasts • Subscribe on Apple Podcasts • Subscribe on Spotify • Subscribe on Stitcher Photo by Owen Beard on Unsplash The post 76. Ctrl+Alt+Del Your Existential Dread: A Phoenix Will Rise Out of ChatGPT’s Ashes appeared first on Retro Time .…

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From the Archives: Peak Software $#!% with Gojko Adzic 45:59

2 years ago45:59

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Most software teams don’t realize the power they have over our everyday lives. With the proliferation of smart technology and connected networks, when product teams miss seemingly little software bugs, the consequences can be astounding. Where does the software industry start to draw the line between innocent oversight and criminal negligence? Will a licensing scheme similar to the law and medical industries help to hold people accountable? This week Derek and Jeremy interview the esteemed Gojko Adzic. They talk about some examples of software gone wrong and offer some insights on how to address these issues. Gojko is the author of Running Serverless , Impact Mapping , Specification by Example and a few more books… He’s now working on Narakeet – narakeet.com and MindMup – mindmup.com . Topics: • 03:00 – Very close to reaching Peak Software $#!% • 04:24 – Software is starting to negatively affect people’s lives. • 15:25 – Illegal vs unethical patterns • 20:20 – “Automation helps to get things done faster, not better” • 25:40 – Software that breaks is often meant to serve the underprivileged. • 30:00 – Gojko’s state of the industry Helpful Links: • Gojko.net • Humans vs Computers • Narakeet • MindMup Order your Peak Software $#!% stickers! —– Thanks for listening! We hope you enjoyed today’s episode. If you liked what you heard, be sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a comment and a five-star review. It helps us out a ton. If you haven’t already, sign up for our email list. We won’t spam you. Pinky swear. • Check out our website • Follow us on twitter • Find us on Facebook • Subscribe on Google Podcasts • Subscribe on Apple Podcasts • Subscribe on Spotify • Subscribe on Stitcher The post From the Archives: Peak Software $#!% with Gojko Adzic appeared first on Retro Time .…

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75. What Is the Network Effect? 33:44

2 years ago33:44

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You may have never heard of “The Network Effect” but you most certainly have experienced it. If you’ve used social media, watched TV, or subscribed to a streaming service like Spotify, or Netflix, you’ve been a part of the network effect. Even if you didn’t realize it. The Network Effect is when a system brings value to users because of the number of other users active in the system. The more producers on a platform the more it is desirable for users. The more users on the platform the more desirable it is for the producers to join the platform. This week, Derek explains The Network Effect and how this might influence your approach to planning out your system. When we think about it in the context of software, this is something that can improve the experience of our users. Or it can have a negative effect and end up hurting the experience. When you’re in the planning phase, it’s important to think about The Network Effect and make sure you’re setting your team up for success. Helpful Links: • The Network Effect on Wikipedia —– Thanks for listening! We hope you enjoyed today’s episode. If you liked what you heard, be sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a comment and a five-star review. It helps us out a ton. If you haven’t already, sign up for our email list. We won’t spam you. Pinky swear. • Check out our website • Follow us on twitter • Find us on Facebook • Subscribe on Google Podcasts • Subscribe on Apple Podcasts • Subscribe on Spotify • Subscribe on Stitcher Episode Thumbnail by Alina Grubnyak on Unsplash The post 75. What Is the Network Effect? appeared first on Retro Time .…

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74. Bursting the Multiverse Bubble or Stop It With the Status Quo Already! 33:29

2 years ago33:29

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Every once in a while, a great team will fall into an alternate universe. One where things don’t go according to plan. Where things could have gone right if only someone made a different decision. It might look a lot like the universe you’re used to, but it just doesn’t feel quite right. The multiverse is often described as different bubbles. If you don’t like the universe you’re in. You might need to pop that bubble. How do you get a team from a state of chaos to a state of enlightenment? How do we pull out the pin and pop the bubble? It requires time and energy to pop the bubble. If the leaders are unwilling, sometimes the leaders have to go. When we reinforce and incentivize good behavior we get good results. It’s often that simple. —– Thanks for listening! We hope you enjoyed today’s episode. If you liked what you heard, be sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a comment and a five-star review. It helps us out a ton. If you haven’t already, sign up for our email list. We won’t spam you. Pinky swear. • Check out our website • Follow us on twitter • Find us on Facebook • Subscribe on Google Podcasts • Subscribe on Apple Podcasts • Subscribe on Spotify • Subscribe on Stitcher Episode thumbnail by Israel Piña on Unsplash The post 74. Bursting the Multiverse Bubble or Stop It With the Status Quo Already! appeared first on Retro Time .…

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73. Who Do Software Teams Serve? 36:31

2 years ago36:31

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Who the software teams serve is a great question and often gets conflicting answers, depending on who you ask. This week, Derek and Jeremy discuss this question and dive into some deeper questions about why the software team exists in the first place. What is the point of “the product”? Why do we even have a job in the first place? Check out this week’s episode for some deep conversation about these topics and find out if Jeremy finishes all of his king cake. —– Thanks for listening! We hope you enjoyed today’s episode. If you liked what you heard, be sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a comment and a five-star review. It helps us out a ton. If you haven’t already, sign up for our email list. We won’t spam you. Pinky swear. • Check out our website • Follow us on twitter • Find us on Facebook • Subscribe on Google Podcasts • Subscribe on Apple Podcasts • Subscribe on Spotify • Subscribe on Stitcher Episode thumbnail by William Krause on Unsplash The post 73. Who Do Software Teams Serve? appeared first on Retro Time .…

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72. When Important Decisions Become Ancient History 37:56

2 years ago37:56

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This week our heroes discuss decisions, their long-term, lingering impact, and what happens when those decisions turn into ancient history that predates the modern era. The post 72. When Important Decisions Become Ancient History appeared first on Retro Time .

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71. A Couple of Miracle Workers 52:00

2 years ago52:00

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This week, our heroes take a cue from Star Trek and discuss "miracle workers" or the folks who always seem to get attention when they save the day. Yet the ones who work in the shadows, keeping things running, never seem to get the attention they deserve. The post 71. A Couple of Miracle Workers appeared first on Retro Time .…

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70. The Endless Drive for the Perfect Program 36:53

2 years ago36:53

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This week, our heroes discuss perfection. What it means to strive for perfection, and when to let "Good Enough" be your rallying cry. Striving for perfection isn't bad, but don't let perfect get in the way of the good. The post 70. The Endless Drive for the Perfect Program appeared first on Retro Time .…

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Seasons Greetings: The Story of Barry Christmas 14:55

2 years ago14:55

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Have you ever wondered how the big guy got presents to all the children on earth in one night? The post Seasons Greetings: The Story of Barry Christmas appeared first on Retro Time .

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69. Don’t Stop Networking After You Land the Job 24:02

3 years ago24:02

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How well do you know the people in your organization? Can you name 5 or 10 people outside of your team? Do you know what they do or why they are assigned to various roles? Do you know how it impacts you? The post 69. Don’t Stop Networking After You Land the Job appeared first on Retro Time .

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From the Archive: A Brief History of the Agile Manifesto with Uncle Bob Martin 1:04:33

3 years ago1:04:33

1:04:33

This week, our heroes dig into the interview archives to present the legendary "Uncle Bob," Martin. We learn about the history of the Agile Manifesto and if any parts were written in a hot tub. The post From the Archive: A Brief History of the Agile Manifesto with Uncle Bob Martin appeared first on Retro Time .…

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68. Agile Bull$#!% With Jesper Boeg 1:11:58

3 years ago1:11:58

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This week our heroes talk with Jesper Boeg, author of the "Agile Bullshit" series about his thoughts on the state of Agile today. Jesper explains why he thinks the industry is suffering from too much Agile bullshit. The post 68. Agile Bull$#!% With Jesper Boeg appeared first on Retro Time .

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67. Teach the Geek To Speak With Neil Thompson 43:55

3 years ago43:55

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This week, our heros talk with Neil Thompson author and host of Teach the Geek. Neil gives advice on how to be a better public speaker, and offers some tips on things to do to avoid becoming a sweaty mess. The post 67. Teach the Geek To Speak With Neil Thompson appeared first on Retro Time .

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From the Archives: Tom Greever, Author of Articulating Design Decisions 45:48

3 years ago45:48

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This week, our heroes dig into the interview archives to present Tom Greever, author of "Articulating Design Decisions." They'll talk about working with stakeholders and reveal how O'Reily picks cover animals. The post From the Archives: Tom Greever, Author of Articulating Design Decisions appeared first on Retro Time .…

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In the Dark: A Purgatory of Incompetence 9:04

3 years ago9:04

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This week, our heroes share a story of poor Wilcox Mudhoney, server administrator and walking disaster who never seemed to do anything right. His whole being existed in a purgatory of incompetence. The post In the Dark: A Purgatory of Incompetence appeared first on Retro Time .

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66. Don’t Wait Until You Quit To Document 35:50

3 years ago35:50

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This week, our heros discuss the tricky situation of not figuring out what your co-workers do until it's too late, waiting until a week or two before they quit. You better not screw this up! The post 66. Don’t Wait Until You Quit To Document appeared first on Retro Time .

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In the Dark: A Cautionary Tale of UX Dark Patterns 10:05

3 years ago10:05

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This week, our heroes share a frightening tale of UX dark patterns. Some evil UX designers will use nasty tricks to get you to do their bidding. Don't fall for their traps. Pay attention to this cautionary tale. The post In the Dark: A Cautionary Tale of UX Dark Patterns appeared first on Retro Time .…

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65. A Figma of Your Imagination 33:54

3 years ago33:54

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This week our heroes discuss the recent acquisition of Figma by Adobe for an obscene amount of USD. There may be lots of reasons to be weary of these developments, but losing a tool shouldn't be one of them. The post 65. A Figma of Your Imagination appeared first on Retro Time .

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In the Dark: The Frightful Tale of Lost Lenny 8:10

3 years ago8:10

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This week, our heroes get ready for Halloween with a new series, In the Dark. Join Ronald as he goes on an adventure in the IBM server room late one night, in search of his best friend Peter. The post In the Dark: The Frightful Tale of Lost Lenny appeared first on Retro Time .

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64. Formin’ Stormin’ Normin’ Performin’ Mournin’ Dawlin’ 31:00

3 years ago31:00

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This week our heroes discuss the five phases of a teams development from forming all the way until the bitter end. These stages are normal and most every team goes through them. The post 64. Formin’ Stormin’ Normin’ Performin’ Mournin’ Dawlin’ appeared first on Retro Time .

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63. How to Influence Change or The Three Joys of Work 40:13

3 years ago40:13

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This week, our heroes discuss the difficulties and nuances of changing the way our teams have always done things. There are some techniques we can use that work better than others. The post 63. How to Influence Change or The Three Joys of Work appeared first on Retro Time .

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After Hours: The Spotify Model 21:34

3 years ago21:34

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This week Derek dives deep into the ever popular, yet utterly troublesome Spotify Squad Model. Why won't this idea die and is there any way to salvage the concept? The post After Hours: The Spotify Model appeared first on Retro Time .

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62. Indicator of Quality vs Measure of Quality 27:16

3 years ago27:16

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This week, our heroes discuss a recent Doc Norton tweet contemplating the definition of quality software. They dive right into what truly makes quality software and discuss when enough is enough. The post 62. Indicator of Quality vs Measure of Quality appeared first on Retro Time .

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RetroByte: What Is UX Design? Why Does It Matter? 16:30

3 years ago16:30

16:30

This week, our heroes are a team of one. This time, Jeremy takes over to discuss User Experience and why it should matter to the entire software team, not just UX Professionals. The post RetroByte: What Is UX Design? Why Does It Matter? appeared first on Retro Time .

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61. We Hope for the Best, but We Plan for the Worst 33:50

3 years ago33:50

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This week, our heros contemplate what life after software might look like for them. If you're in Kentucky, there is some good news. You might be in for a tasty treat if Jeremy loses his job. The post 61. We Hope for the Best, but We Plan for the Worst appeared first on Retro Time .

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RetroByte: Solving Problems 11:10

3 years ago11:10

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This week our heroes are down to one. Derek rants all by himself about following a straightforward process for solving problems. Unfortunately, there's no solution for getting stuck with a Franz Wagner card. The post RetroByte: Solving Problems appeared first on Retro Time .

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RetroByte: The One Where Derek Comes To Visit 3:11

3 years ago3:11

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This week, our heroes hung out in Kentucky at Jeremy's house and took the opportunity to record a quick check in together for the first time in a very very long time. The post RetroByte: The One Where Derek Comes To Visit appeared first on Retro Time .

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60. It’s Not the Size of the Team, It’s How You Use It 37:36

3 years ago37:36

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This week our heroes discuss their experience working for large and small organizations, and they offer some insights into potential pitfalls that your team may be able to avoid as you scale. The post 60. It’s Not the Size of the Team, It’s How You Use It appeared first on Retro Time .

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59. Looking Backward To Move Forward 40:25

3 years ago40:25

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This week, our heroes discuss what you should do when joining a new team goes wrong. It might feel like you're stepping back in time. Sometimes you need to look backward to go forward. The post 59. Looking Backward To Move Forward appeared first on Retro Time .

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58. Should I Stay or Should I Go? 32:04

3 years ago32:04

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This week, our heroes discuss the ultimate question: should I stay or should I go? Is it time to quit, or is it time to suck it up and stick it out? Ask yourself "why, who, what, how, when, where, and how much?" The post 58. Should I Stay or Should I Go? appeared first on Retro Time .

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57. Conquering CSS with Ryan Boddy 46:44

3 years ago46:44

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This week, our heroes talk with Ryan Boddy, author of Conquering CSS about his new book and finally decide once and for all if knowing CSS makes you a true Front End Developer. The post 57. Conquering CSS with Ryan Boddy appeared first on Retro Time .

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56. Don’t Treat Your Users Like Lab Rats 36:11

3 years ago36:11

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This week our heroes discuss waiting until final production release to validate your hard work, or treating your users like lab rats. There are lots of opportunities to validate before releasing it to everyone. The post 56. Don’t Treat Your Users Like Lab Rats appeared first on Retro Time .

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55. Software Team, Tear Down This Wall! 43:42

3 years ago43:42

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This week, our heroes discuss the real and imaginary barriers we face while building software every day. They also offer some practical advice on how to get through those barriers. The post 55. Software Team, Tear Down This Wall! appeared first on Retro Time .

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RetroByte: Derek Reviews SZNZ: Spring, and It’s Still No Pinkerton 37:07

3 years ago37:07

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Every once in a while, our heroes need a break from talking about software. This week Derek reviews Weezer's newest EP, SZNZ: Spring live on the air. **Spoiler alert** it's still no Pinkerton. The post RetroByte: Derek Reviews SZNZ: Spring, and It’s Still No Pinkerton appeared first on Retro Time .

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54. An Ugly Design Career with Trevor Alexander 58:29

3 years ago58:29

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This week, our heroes interview Trevor Alexander about his new book, "An Ugly Design Career." Trevor argues your opportunities should come from your network, not endless interviews and portfolio revamps The post 54. An Ugly Design Career with Trevor Alexander appeared first on Retro Time .

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53. Great Scott!!! An interview with Doc Norton 43:39

3 years ago43:39

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This week our heroes chat with Doc Norton, consultant, author, and speaker, about life before Agile, team culture, the state of agile today, how he really feels about best practices, and kiddie pools. The post 53. Great Scott!!! An interview with Doc Norton appeared first on Retro Time .

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Review Jam: 6327853585, that’s who this is for 1:40

3 years ago1:40

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6327853585 do you know what time it is? 6327853585 that is who this is for. 6327853585 that is who we're singing to. 6327853585 you might be anonymous but you know who you are. You can't hide forever. The post Review Jam: 6327853585, that’s who this is for appeared first on Retro Time .

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This week our heroes discuss transformation of all kinds: cultural, digital, agile, et al. Get some tips on how to spot bad cultures before you join, and tips on how to right the ship if you've already joined. The post 52. Culture Crusaders appeared first on Retro Time .

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This week, our heroes reflect on learning anxiety and what might keep us from learning something new. How might we avoid focusing on all the things we don't know and just start our learning journey? The post 51. Володимир Путін гігантський хуй. Слава Україні! or How to Get Over Learning Anxiety appeared first on Retro Time .…

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