Overview
Explore the challenges and solutions of scaling platform teams using product thinking in this 11-minute conference talk. Discover why traditional product team structures may not seamlessly apply to platform teams due to their interconnected capabilities and shared functionalities. Learn from REA Group's experience as they navigate defining ownership boundaries, aligning teams, and determining the most effective organizational structure. Gain insights into successful strategies, pitfalls to avoid, and valuable lessons learned for scaling platform teams in a productive and impactful manner. Delve into topics such as the DevOps infinity loop, build-deploy-operate experiences, and the complexities of defining platform "experiences" to enhance your understanding of platform team scaling.
Syllabus
Scaling Platform Teams with Product - How Does It Work?! - April Lea
Taught by
Platform Engineering