Thinking on AI, Agile, and engineering leadership
Practical research and frameworks for engineering leaders navigating the intersection of AI and software delivery.
Agile After AI: How Artificial Intelligence Rewrites the Rules of Software Delivery
AI collapses the cost of construction. The expensive part of software delivery is now judgment, quality, and production readiness. This paper argues Agile must evolve accordingly.
Jacques Steward, IdeaRoost · April 2026
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The AI-Era Definition of Done: A Practical Template
A modernized DoD that accounts for AI-generated code, prompt review, and production readiness in an AI-augmented workflow.
Jacques Steward, IdeaRoost · Coming Q2 2026
DORA Metrics for AI Teams: What to Measure and Why
The classic DORA metrics still matter — but AI changes how you interpret them and what else you need to track.
Jacques Steward, IdeaRoost · Coming Q3 2026
Sprint Review for the AI Era: A Facilitator's Guide
A practical facilitation guide for sprint reviews that include AI-generated features, experiments, and technical debt.
Jacques Steward, IdeaRoost · Coming Q3 2026
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