Technical decision guidance

Make technical decisions easier to discuss

Describe the context, options, chosen approach and consequences of an important engineering decision.

Prepare the conversation

Topics to discuss

Describe the requirement, problem and constraints behind the decision.

Summarize alternatives and the reasons for considering them.

Explain the chosen approach and the tradeoffs it involves.

Identify owners, validation work and the conditions that could trigger a review.

Use WhatsApp, phone or email to discuss these topics and agree the next step. Keep passwords, API keys and recovery codes out of your message.