Ask HN: How are you tracking dev productivity without feeling micromanaging?
3•kimzhang•6h ago
Our PM asked about adding more analytics, but most tools feel like surveillance. We’re testing out a light board analytics view in monday dev that surfaces trends without tracking individual activity. Any better approaches or we are with the best one in the market? HELPPP
Comments
gregjor•6h ago
Define dev productivity.
jeffreygoesto•5h ago
For me it is understanding the task and actively asking in certain intervals that don't hurt the zone. No measure can replace understanding and direct communication.
al_borland•30m ago
Most systems I’ve seen can be easily gamed. The ones who don’t waste time trying to game the system to look more productive are probably your most productive devs.
gregjor•6h ago