Episode 13: Learning from Software Failures

Inside The Outer Loop

Welcome to episode 13 of Inside The Outer Loop! In this episode, the from the Curiosity Software team, Ben Riley, Rich Jordan and Paul Wright, discuss their learning, experimentations and experiences with failures. This episode of Why Didn't You Test That? Emphasises the value of experimentation and learning from failure, and why it's key for organizations trying to foster innovation and continuous growth. Highlighting the importance of creating a culture of psychological safety where individuals feel comfortable making mistakes, and embracing failures as opportunities to learn and improve. Paul Wright recalled a failure he experienced in a previous role, relating it to a lack of communication and alignment within an organization. The failure emphasised the importance of understanding how a new idea or initiative fits into the larger business strategy. Effective communication and alignment between departments can prevent internal competition and ensure that efforts are coordinated towards a common goal. The podcast also covers the challenge of software design for higher education institutions. Due to resource constraints, these institutions often struggle to engage in early design phases and shift left in the testing process. However, there is a growing recognition of the benefits of early involvement to customize solutions and ensure better alignment with specific needs. This highlights the importance of finding ways to overcome resource limitations and actively participate in software design. Seek out and watch/listen to the complete episode 12 to learn more! Inside the outer loop – brought to you by the Curiosity Software team! Together with industry leaders and experts, we uncover actionable strategies to navigate the outer loop of software delivery, streamline test data management, and elevate software quality. Tune in to transform the way you think about software delivery, quality, and productivity!