Dungeons Dragons and Developers - A Quest for Better Software

Explore the fascinating parallels between Dungeons and Dragons and software development in this 45-minute conference talk by Matt Brunt at NDC London. Discover how the lessons learned through dungeon delving and monster fighting with a party of adventurers can be directly applied to building better software in the real world. Join this unique quest that examines how the collaborative problem-solving, role specialization, and challenge management of D&D translate to effective software development teams. Learn valuable insights about teamwork, overcoming obstacles, and strategic thinking that can enhance your development practices through the lens of fantasy role-playing. Perfect for developers who appreciate creative approaches to understanding team dynamics and project management.