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Key Differences in Deploy and Release in DevOps

Split

While the terms “deploy” and “release” may seem similar, they represent different processes that play crucial roles in the software development lifecycle. Understanding their nuances is essential for streamlining operations and delivering high-quality software to end-users.

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The “51331 memo” and the origins of product management

Product Management Unpacked

This approach not only gave the brand man — eventually the brand manager — ownership of a given brand, but it also allowed P&G to better differentiate the various brands in its portfolio. Today, product management has evolved into one of the most critical roles in software organizations.

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Leading product teams as you grow

Mixpanel

Neil Rahilly, Mixpanel’s VP of Product and Design, walks us through how product management leadership priorities change as you move from startup through scale up and all the way to enterprise. Startup: Set ruthless priorities. When you’re a startup and you’re looking for product-market fit, you need to be ruthless.

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Problem Solving as a Product Manager

The Product Guy

After every discussion with customers, sales, service, leadership and my colleagues, I was left with a laundry list of problems that needed my attention. For example, in one of the features, engineering leadership wanted me to cut down on the scope to accommodate the ask within the expected timeline. More About The Product Mentor.

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Leading product teams as you grow

Mixpanel

Neil Rahilly, Mixpanel’s VP of Product and Design, walks us through how product management leadership priorities change as you move from startup through scale up and all the way to enterprise. Startup: Set ruthless priorities. When you’re a startup and you’re looking for product-market fit, you need to be ruthless.

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How we Developed a Talent Growth Plan at Almundo

Mind the Product

We analyzed dozens of job descriptions from leading companies (Airbnb, Amazon, Booking, eBay, Expedia, Instagram, Intercom, LinkedIn, Netflix, PayPal, Spotify, among others) and we were able to differentiate hundreds of distinct skills and responsibilities. Agile : Product owner role, software development, team cadence, delivery.

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Transitioning to Product from a Functional Role

Mind the Product

Having that kind of support really made this change in my career possible – she had my back, even when I wasn’t totally sure if I would be good at stepping up to take more of a leadership role.”. Develop a product mindset. If there is a gap, start to develop the missing skills that you need now. Challenges You Might Face.