Tech Leaders Unfiltered: Analyzing Chick-fil-A's Tech Strategy, NYT Integrates React 18

Welcome to a new month and a new business quarter!  ☀️

As many in the industry slow down to enjoy a warm summer (or perhaps a vibrant winter for our friends Down Under!) it's prime time to consider some changes to your company’s strategy.

This week our newsletter equips you with the news of the latest tech advancements and tips on best practices to optimise your operations. Explore topics ranging from streamlining collaboration to building resilient teams, and discover how innovative solutions like AI are shaping the future of graphic design.  

Without any further ado grab your coffee, dive in and get inspired with Frictionless!

In The Queue Today

• Save money & boost morale with a better documentation strategy.

• Build a resilient team that conquers on-call blues.

• Discover Figma's new AI features.

• Chick-fil-A's secret weapon in transforming the supply chain.

​​Reduce Friction

Poor Documentation Is Costly: Here’s How to Fix It

Poor documentation can be more than just an annoyance. Find out its hidden costs and draft a practical 3-step plan to streamline your processes, boost employee satisfaction, and empower your team. Identify documentation gaps, establish review schedules, and choose the right tools to keep your team moving forward, not backwards.

Building Better On-Call Routines For Engineering Teams

On-call blues? Learn how to transform them into team triumphs! On-call duties can be stressful, but with a well-designed system, they can be empowering. Investing in on-call improvements can create a more positive experience for your engineers and boost your system's overall stability.

Not Disruptive, And Proud Of It

Is "disruptive" the new buzzword that doesn't deliver? This article argues that focusing on creating something people want, rather than chasing disruption, is a more reliable path to success. Learn why "better" can be just as powerful as "revolutionary" and discover the benefits of starting with clear, achievable goals.

The Apprentice, The New Boss, The Successor and The Pioneer

Don’t let management woes burden your team! Explore 4 common paths to management (Apprentice, Successor, Pioneer, New Boss) and the challenges faced by each. Learn valuable tips to help your employees overcome these hurdles and become a successful leader.

Deepen Your Expertise

Media Queries vs Container Queries – Which Should You Use and When?

Are you asking yourself which one to choose for the best responsive web design - media queries or container queries? This article explores the key differences between these two tools. Learn when to use media queries for overall screen size adjustments, and if container queries are better suited for adapting styles within specific sections of your layout.

How To Manage 45 Billion Client Records With Aerospike

Managing massive datasets is a challenge for many businesses. This article explores how Adjust, a mobile measurement company, uses Aerospike, a high-performance database, to handle its 45 billion data records. If your business is struggling with big data, this article is worth a read to see how Aerospike might help.

React Native Vs Swift

Targeting just iOS, or thinking cross-platform? This key question can guide you towards React Native's fast development or Swift's native iOS mastery. Dive deeper to see which fits your app development strategy better! 

Figma Redesign Shows How AI Can Transform Apps, Adds Dev Support

Figma's conference unveiled some exciting updates, such as Code Connect, an open-source tool that streamlines collaboration between designers and developers. AI also makes a big splash, with features for generating designs, creating prototypes, and even translating text. Once again, Figma is shaping the future of design!

Enhancing The New York Times Web Performance with React 18

Upgrading to React 18 significantly improved the performance of The New York Times website. The upgrade resulted in a 30% drop in INP scores, leading to a smoother user experience. Find out the details of the challenges they faced during the upgrade process, and the solutions they implemented. 

5 Creative Ways Developers Are Using AI

Despite lingering worries about code quality and overdependence on AI, developers are still enthusiastic about the potential of AI-powered development tools to streamline workflows and open doors to new creative possibilities. Find out how AI is empowering developers to work smarter, not harder, from automating tedious tasks to crafting custom learning journeys.

Increase Scalability

Cybersecurity Technology Adoption Cycle And Its Implications For Startups And Security Teams

Understanding how security teams adopt new solutions is crucial for cybersecurity startups. Unlike most industries, large enterprises, with innovative security teams, are the early adopters. This "inverted" approach requires startups to target these large companies first, not small businesses. Discover how to make informed decisions about building vs buying security solutions.

How Chick-fil-A's internal software is transforming their supply chain

Facing high volume and slow internal tools, Chick-fil-A revolutionized their software with micro-frontends. This not only boosted speed and streamlined operations but also freed up developers to focus on innovation. Uncover the secrets behind their double win for both efficiency and developer experience!

The Open Source AI Definition: Where's The Data?

Is "open source AI" really open if its training data remains a secret? The Open Source Initiative (OSI) is wrestling with this question. While the OSI aims for transparency, requiring data disclosure could exclude many existing AI systems. This debate highlights the challenges of defining "open source" in the complex world of AI.

Just Cool

ESA’s LEGO Space Bricks: From Meteorites to Moon Bases

Forget hauling supplies, ESA's printing Moon bases with "space LEGO" made from meteorite dust. This innovative approach tests construction methods for the future while inspiring the next generation of space engineers with a familiar building block experience.

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