Prioritizing Client Needs
Jeff discusses the importance of distinguishing between mechanisms and policies in software development, emphasizing that often clients just need specific hooks to extend functionality rather than complete overhauls. He highlights the significance of having a long-term vision when prioritizing features, suggesting that understanding broader goals can help reconcile conflicting requests from different teams.In this clip
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Episode 113: Building Platforms with Jeff McAffer
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