Krzysztof Pich

In what cases Unit Tests will speed up development immediately

Krzysztof PIch — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 11:30:35 +0000

When discussing the impact of unit tests on project budgets, the conventional wisdom suggests they represent an upfront investment that yields long-term returns. While achieving comprehensive test coverage across an entire project or specific modules is crucial for realizing these benefits, I’d like to explore scenarios where unit tests can actually accelerate development rather than […]

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The Leader’s Playbook: What If I Don’t Know the Answer to a Team Question?

Krzysztof PIch — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 11:55:09 +0000

Throughout my career, I’ve held multiple positions with varying levels of leadership responsibilities. As an expert who transitioned into leadership, my biggest fear was, “What if someone asks me a question and I don’t have a good answer?” I faced this challenge when leading a WordPress project despite having no hands-on experience with it. An […]

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Unit Tests – start with architecture instead of detail

Krzysztof PIch — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 15:04:57 +0000

Implementing unit tests allows you to begin with the solution goal and work your way through an object’s composition down to the details. When working on a project without unit tests, you naturally start from the current codebase and build towards the solution. This approach is initially straightforward but can lead to leaving the most […]

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The Leader’s Playbook: Navigating Team Performance Challenges

Krzysztof PIch — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 16:29:19 +0000

In most professional teams, you’ll find varying levels of experience, ranging from entry-level employees to seasoned experts. While this diversity typically enriches the team dynamic, occasionally performance challenges may arise. These situations can emerge when team members are adapting to new technologies, have been promoted prematurely, or are experiencing personal difficulties. This article focuses on […]

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