Flying solo

A number of factors should be considered when trying to figure out what direction is the Software Industry taking:

• One of the most important problems affecting efficiency across projects is communication.


• There are important incentives to outsource large development teams to countries where labour is cheaper


• The Software Paradox (more, better in less time) continues to push the limits of software development teams


• Innovative development frameworks are allowing a generation of simple, yet elegant tools that are far too easy to build

While I consider myself a strong advocate for high ceremony in projects, lately I find myself wondering if I would not be more efficient by returning to the basics: pick a framework, sit side by side with the client and don't stop until the work is done. No process, no documents, no communication breakdown, just the ultimate solution.