Decoder Podcast

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Decoder Podcast

Sourcetoad

11 episodes

3 months ago

How do you critique product design when you’re not a designer? In this episode of Decoder, we’re breaking down the art of design communication to help non-designers collaborate effectively with design teams. Sara Altenhoff sits down with Sourcetoad’s CEO Greg Ross-Munro and VP of UX Justin Davis to explore how to navigate design conversations and avoid the dreaded “it just doesn’t feel right” feedback trap. Here’s what you’ll learn: How to express your design concerns clearly and constructive...

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Episodes (11/11)

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Design Talk 101: How to Discuss Design Without Being a Designer

11 months ago

45 minutes

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EdTech Essentials: What You Need to Know to Build Software for Education

In this episode, Sara Altenhoff is joined by Greg Ross-Munro and Nick DeMelas. The three discuss the most important things to consider when building software for education. Key Points Discussed: Interface Design: What special considerations should you make when designing software for learners of all ages? Integrations in Educational Software: From LMS to rostering tools, integrations are a must for efficiency, scalability, and ease of use. Compliance and Security: Which regula...

1 year ago

28 minutes

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Building Smarter: Leveraging Frameworks for Your Software Development Project

In this episode, Sara Altenhoff is joined by Justin Davis and Greg Ross-Munro. The three discuss the various approaches to building software, and the important considerations in choosing the right foundation for your application. Key Points Discussed: Frameworks: Exploring the flexibility and control offered by frameworks, along with their customization and performance benefits.Content Management Systems (CMS): Understanding the ease of use, rapid deployment, and potential limitations in cust...

1 year ago

38 minutes

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Crafting Bespoke Financial Solutions with AI and Human-Centered Design

In this episode, Sara Altenhoff is joined by Gregg Hilferding and Justin Davis. The three dive into how AI and human-centered design are transforming the financial services industry. Key Points Discussed: Understanding Terms: Defining AI and human-centered design.AI in Financial Services: Advances in AI for personalized services, fraud detection, and user needs prediction.Human-Centered Design: Principles and processes tailored for financial products, focusing on user control, transparency, a...

1 year ago

35 minutes

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Investing in Innovation: How Technology Shapes PE Strategies

In this episode, Sara Altenhoff is joined by Justin Davis, VP of UX at Sourcetoad, and Greg Ross-Munro, CEO of Sourcetoad. The three discuss the huge potential for technology to shape and transform the strategies of PE firms. Key Takeaways: Understanding PE Firms: Explanation of the goals of PE firms and the complexities of managing holding companies. Value Growth through Operational Improvements: Learn how PE Firms can increase the value of their holdings through operational...

1 year ago

35 minutes

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Custom Code, Common Goals: The Tech Backbone of Modern Franchises

In this episode, host Sara Altenhoff is joined by Greg Ross-Munro, CEO of Sourcetoad, and Gregg "3G" Hilferding, VP of Delivery at Sourcetoad. They unpack how technology not only solves traditional challenges in franchising, but also sets the stage for unprecedented growth and consistency across various industries. Key Takeaways: Understanding Franchises: Exploring the "hub and spoke" model across sectors, including a unique look at non-profits.Tech as a Problem Solver: How technology enforce...

1 year ago

31 minutes

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Intro to Product Management

Click here to watch the video version of this episode on YouTube! In this episode, host Sara Altenhoff is joined by Greg Ross-Munro, CEO of Sourcetoad, and Justin Davis, VP of UX at Sourcetoad. They discuss a very important role in the world of digital product development: Product Management! Tune in to learn all about the basics of Product Management, including: How Product Management differs from Project ManagementHow Product Owners fit into Product ManagementHo...

1 year ago

37 minutes

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How to build your dream software development team

Thinking about building an internal software development team for your software or app idea? There is so much to consider! In this episode, Sara Altenhoff is joined by Greg Ross-Munro and Gregg "3G" Hilferding to discuss the process of building an internal development team from scratch. Tune in to hear some real-world insight on who you should hire first, how to sustainably grow your team, and how to structure your leadership.

1 year ago

31 minutes

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Questions to Ask Your Software Development Company

The search for the right software development agency for your project can be daunting, especially if this is your first time having custom software built! In this episode, Sara Altenhoff is joined by Greg Ross-Munro and Gregg "3G" Hilferding to discuss some important things to consider as you vet development agencies. Tune in to learn which questions you should ask about the agency's team, liability, compliance, and previous work.

2 years ago

31 minutes

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Intro to Software Development Methodologies

Welcome to Decoder podcast, where we step inside the world of a software development agency and learn how bits and bytes become useful technology. Each episode features conversations with software creators and users about the process, challenges, and fun of building software. Intended for a non-technical audience, this podcast will help you understand how software is built so you can more effectively engage with software developers for more successful projects. In this episode, Sara is join...

2 years ago

27 minutes

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Why Everyone Should Learn About Software Development

2 years ago

21 minutes