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Run Less Software

Intercom, Inc.

The same is true in software. In this battle, I’ve found a secret weapon hidden within one of our core engineering strategies, an idea called Run Less Software. As well as being a critical philosophy behind how we build software, it also represents how I feel about the software industry and technology in general.

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Getting conversational: HubSpot’s CEO on a new species of disruptor

Intercom, Inc.

Old communication tools, like email and forms, simply don’t match the ways modern customers want to talk, connect, and receive help. At the time, the advent of modern technology, like caller ID, spam protection software, and ad blockers, offered a way to finally dodge brands’ non-relenting bids for attention.

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The Ultimate List of Product Leaders You Must Follow (UPDATED)

The Product Coalition

In fact, sometimes it seems that the latest, most popular solution; suddenly grows old. She studied Computer Science at Stanford and joined the company in its early stages, way back in 2006. He is very involved in content marketing discussions on his blog. Which is why you need to be up-to-date 24/7.

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Top 75+ Resources for Product Managers

Sachin Rekhi

Most folks are looking for a pointer to a book or a class they can take on product management, but I always reply with a collection of blog posts from practitioners sharing their best practices. Below is a collection of my favorite vision statements from a variety of successful technology companies over the years.

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Building the Future of Digital Technology News with Richard MacManus

DISQO

Every week, we shine a spotlight on a founder, designer, researcher or leader in product who is building something that will shape our future. Richard MacManus is a writer and consultant working at the intersection of technology and the cultural industries. I ran ReadWriteWeb from 2003 until I sold it at the end of 2011.

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What is Product Design?

The Product Coalition

In a nutshell, product design encompasses the process of creating a product, from understanding the problem to creating a solution. Now, we can use it to describe both hardware and software design. Whoever created your favorite video streaming app? Accessible: Around 19% of Americans use accessibility tools to surf the web.

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Understanding Product-Market Fit: A Guide for New Product Managers

The Product Coalition

If you don’t do your research, and understand how your product fits into the market (see what we did there?) Clearly, Amazon didn’t properly research to find their product-market fit. However, to be able to access their email accounts, app store, and YouTube account, it makes much more sense to connect with Google services.