DeveloperWeek Management 2024 + AI DevSummit 2024 (+ DW Europe/LATAM 2024)

Vilas Veeraraghavan, Truckstop, Vice President, Engineering

In the dynamic landscape of technology and product development, engineering teams and leaders are often on the frontline of scaling innovations. However, this pursuit of growth frequently leads to cognitive overload and burnout, posing a significant challenge to both productivity and well-being. This talk is about strategies to reduce this cognitive load for Engineering teams and leaders as they build products at scale.
Attendees will learn:
- Strategies to mitigate cognitive overload, utilizing real-world examples from high-performance teams to identify and reduce stressors.
- Techniques to simplify complex systems, based on successful applications that enhance focus and efficiency.
- Leadership practices to prevent burnout, including setting realistic goals, fostering clear communication, and promoting a balanced approach to work-life integration.
- Tools and technologies that support reduced cognitive load, ensuring teams remain agile and creative during scaling.

This talk distills theoretical insights and practical experiences into a guide for engineering leaders to navigate scaling challenges effectively, prioritizing team health and sustain innovation. Attendees will depart with strategies to foster resilient, high-performing teams in fast-paced environments.