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I think properly implementing a solution appropriate to the problem space is the literal definition of engineering. So "we" aren't bad at software engineering
by tryitnow 7y ago
I think properly implementing a solution appropriate to the problem space is the literal definition of engineering. So "we" aren't bad at software engineering but someone definitely is.
- flukus 7y agoThe someone in question were inexperienced devs fresh from a bootcamp. This is a recipe for failure in every industry from making coffee to making spacecraft. Perhaps software is somewhat unique that we don't appreciate experience.
- chasing 7y agoI'm saying the fundamental problem was not the software implementation but the non-engineering decision-making surrounding it.
- HeyLaughingBoy 7y agoWhat the poster is saying is that the project management aspects are a part of engineering a product. It's an opinion I happen to agree with.