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Show Notes
Introduction
- Discussing common scenarios that require rushed timelines (e.g., last-minute projects, tight marketing campaigns).
- Tie this episode into a recent more techy episode “Build Fast and Break Things”
- Build fast using an established tech stack that allows for quick iteration, easy rollback, and efficient database management
Taking Control of the Situation
- Project Leadership
- Emphasizing the importance of the developer stepping up as a project leader to meet deadlines.
- Setting clear goals and outlining the project scope quickly.
- Effective Decision-Making
- Making executive decisions to keep the project moving forward.
- Balancing client needs with what's feasible in the given timeframe.
Ensuring Quick Support
- Collaborating with Designers
- The necessity of obtaining images and assets promptly from graphic designers.
- Strategies for quickly integrating wireframes from UX designers.
- Streamlined Communication
- Establishing efficient communication channels (e.g., Slack, Trello).
- Setting expectations for response times and deliverables.
Making Strategic Concessions
- Prioritizing Features
- Identifying which features are essential and which can be simplified or postponed.
- Example: Using a static image instead of a dynamic slider to save time.
- Quality vs. Speed
- Maintaining quality while acknowledging limitations due to time constraints.
- Planning for future enhancements post-launch.
- Ignore Existing Procedures
- Your company likely has a procedure for normal launches (ie wireframe, prototype, development, QA round 1, QA development response, QA round 2, etc.)
- Throw this procedure out and use one that’s tailored for speed in this specific context
Setting Clear Communication Parameters
- Availability & Where
- Clearly communicating your working hours during the rushed timeline (e.g., "I'm available 9-5 on Monday and Tuesday, but not Wednesday").
- Are you in the office and can do share screen? Only available on smartphone? Texting? Calls?
- Managing Expectations
- Informing clients and team members about the best ways and times to reach you.
- Using autoresponders or status updates to keep everyone informed.
Conclusion
- Recap
- Summarizing key strategies for delivering websites quickly.
- Final Thoughts
- Encouraging developers to take proactive roles and communicate effectively.
- Acknowledging the challenges but highlighting the rewards of successful rapid development.
