by Organisers @virtualddd | Dec 3, 2025
Focus architectural oversight on decisions with long-lasting, severe impact ('tigers') rather than on smaller, correctable mistakes ('mice'). Wasting political and emotional capital on minor issues is counterproductive when major systemic risks...
by Organisers @virtualddd | Nov 21, 2025
Acknowledge emotional attachment to past work, but consciously set it aside to evaluate new decisions on their own merits. The system's forward progress is more important than the preservation of personal contributions. This ensures objectivity and supports...
by Organisers @virtualddd | Nov 21, 2025
When applying DDD to a legacy system, accept that the initial boundaries will be imperfect and 'not pretty.' The goal is to create a starting point for team autonomy, even if it requires pragmatic compromises on architectural purity. These boundaries can be...
by Organisers @virtualddd | Nov 7, 2025
Recognise that not all team members want to be involved in every architectural decision, and this is acceptable. Forcing participation can be counterproductive; their silence may indicate a lower psychological safety or a preference to focus elsewhere. The goal is to...
by Organisers @virtualddd | Nov 7, 2025
Use phrases like ”adopted despite” to list the known downsides of the chosen option. This formally acknowledges dissenting viewpoints and trade-offs directly within the decision record. It helps people feeling more heard and provides a more complete picture of the...
