Why involving engineers in product meetings saves time and money
Involving engineers in product specification meetings reduces costly iterations and accelerates feature launches for SaaS startups.
Team rhythm
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Should we really ship fast and break things?
Should startups test everything before shipping? We break down how to balance testing with product velocity—and why 100% coverage is often the wrong goal.
When don't you need a fractional CTO
Does every startup need an interim CTO? Fractional CTOs can accelerate growth and solve complex challenges—when brought in at the right time. Learn when it’s too early, too risky, or simply not the right fit for your business.
Why engineers need a voice in the roadmap
A great product roadmap balances business goals with technical sustainability. Ignoring engineering input leads to technical debt and bottlenecks that slow growth. In this video, we discuss how SaaS teams can integrate engineering priorities into the roadmap for long-term success.
How to build roadmaps that can be used by engineering and product teams
Roadmaps are essential tools for SaaS product development, bridging the gap between technical execution and product vision. They align teams and adapt to change; done wrong, they gather dust or sow frustration. Learn how to create collaborative, and actionable roadmaps that keep everyone on track.
Building the dream team for an AI startup
Building an AI startup demands specialised roles like data scientists, engineers, and analysts to drive innovation. Discover what roles you need to hire first for a strong foundation to success.
How to stop depending on that one developer
Key Person Risk (KPR) arises when a team relies too heavily on one specialist. To reduce this, shift their role to an advisor. The specialist guides, others do the work. It’s slow at first, but builds team knowledge, confidence, and better documentation.
Things we do in our first weeks as Fractional CTO
A fractional CTO can transform a company by addressing urgent technical issues while developing a long-term strategy. Beyond firefighting, a fractional CTO focuses on building a sustainable, self-sufficient team that can thrive independently after their involvement ends. This is how to get started.
Then it clicked: 3 things that helped me manage stress and anxiety when becoming a squad lead
Learn how to navigate the challenges of becoming a squad leader as an introverted senior engineer. Discover strategies for effective 1-1s. Overcome the anxiety of leadership by focusing on clarity, communication and creating an inclusive atmosphere where your team can thrive.