coreyhaines · January 12, 2010 18:34
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 Software Craftsmanship, Beyond The Hype

 Software Craftsmanship is prevalent throughout the various software development communities and industries. However, opinions about and definitions of the term abound, both positive and negative, resulting in a confusing cacophony of voices to those trying to understand it. With such an explosive growth, it is sometimes hard to see through the hype. Through the past year, I've traveled far and wide, discussing software craftsmanship with a wide range of people, hearing all sorts of different thoughts on what it means to take on the idea of craftsmanship. While there are varying thoughts and ideas on what 'software craftsmanship' means, there is a recurring fundamental that stands out: helping developers improve their skills as individuals and as members of their community.

 In this talk, I'll cut through the hype and present an approach to the 'craft' analogy that can help guide us through our life journey in software development. More than just arm-waving, I will outline some of the concrete activities that some members of the Software Craftsmanship Movement are taking to help 'raise the bar,' both individually and as businesses.
	Software Craftsmanship, Beyond The Hype

	Software Craftsmanship is prevalent throughout the various software development communities and industries. However, opinions about and definitions of the term abound, both positive and negative, resulting in a confusing cacophony of voices to those trying to understand it. With such an explosive growth, it is sometimes hard to see through the hype. Through the past year, I've traveled far and wide, discussing software craftsmanship with a wide range of people, hearing all sorts of different thoughts on what it means to take on the idea of craftsmanship. While there are varying thoughts and ideas on what 'software craftsmanship' means, there is a recurring fundamental that stands out: helping developers improve their skills as individuals and as members of their community.

	In this talk, I'll cut through the hype and present an approach to the 'craft' analogy that can help guide us through our life journey in software development. More than just arm-waving, I will outline some of the concrete activities that some members of the Software Craftsmanship Movement are taking to help 'raise the bar,' both individually and as businesses.