Technical Stack Evaluations
Technical stack evaluations involve the systematic assessment of the technologies (languages, frameworks, tools) used in product development to ensure they meet current and future project needs efficiently and effectively.
Goal
The goal is to ensure that the chosen technology stack maximises productivity, minimises maintenance costs, and supports the product's scalability, performance, and security requirements.
Context
Products are long-lived which means that the underlying technology may not support new features or may have security vulnerabilities. Regular technical stack evaluations help identify outdated components, security vulnerabilities, or performance bottlenecks that could impact the product's long-term success.
Inputs
| Artifact | Description |
|---|---|
| Opportunities | A comprehensive list of opportunities that the team is considering, including brief descriptions. |
| Stream Dashboard | Data on the performance, stability, and maintainability of current technologies. |
Outputs
| Artifact | Description | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Tasks | Granular work items that need to be completed. | Track the improvement effort. |
Anti-patterns
- Technology Bias: favouring certain technologies due to familiarity or hype, rather than suitability for project needs.
- Siloed Decision-Making: Making technology decisions without input from cross-functional team members, leading to suboptimal choices.