Speaking and Writing

I try to stay fairly active in the professional development community and try to write a paper or speak at a conference at least once a year.  This is a running list of all the papers, workshops, and presentations. I created it as a sort of CV but also because I thought it would be cool to see written down in one place all the various events and publications I've done.

In many cases I've posted slides or written about the paper, presentation, or workshop on this website. If there isn't a link or you just want more information, drop me a line and let's talk.

Books




Presentations and Workshops


Panels


Publications


Interviews



Conference Committees

  • Agile 2013 - 2018, Experience Reports, reviewer and shepherd
  • SATURN 2013, 2016, 2017 2018,  Program Committee
  • SATURN 2014,  Technical Program Chair
  • SATURN 2015, Technical Program Co-Chair with George Fairbanks
  • ICSME Annual Workshop on Technical Debt 2014, 2015, 2016, Program Committee

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