by Organisers @virtualddd | Mar 1, 2026
When someone pushes hard for a specific technical solution, they're usually operating from an underlying value or concern that they haven't made explicit. Before evaluating technical options, dig into what's driving the strong preference. Is it fear of...
by Organisers @virtualddd | Mar 1, 2026
When someone pushes hard for a particular architectural approach, they're often expressing underlying values or fears rather than purely technical reasoning. By explicitly identifying these value-based heuristics—the principles actually driving their...
by Organisers @virtualddd | Jan 30, 2026
When you encounter any model—whether it's team topologies, the five stages of grief, or a domain model—engage with it intentionally rather than accepting it wholesale. Pull out its building blocks (the concrete elements it tells you to work with), understand the...
by Organisers @virtualddd | Jan 19, 2026
When faced with competing objectives, make the trade-off explicit. Clearly articulate the different paths and their respective benefits and drawbacks, allowing the group to consciously choose their preferred direction. Example The team debated between making...
