Chrome was successfully developed without any sprints, with the team adhering to regular work hours and no disruptive drama. Surprisingly, the key to this achievement was having senior technical leaders actively involved in the coding and code reviewing process. In the software industry, it is common for experienced individuals to transition into management roles, leaving the coding to younger engineers. However, this lack of technical leadership can be detrimental to project success. Just like other forms of engineering, software engineering requires a lifetime of skill development. The presence of experienced leaders naturally leads to a healthier work pace and a rejection of death marches. It is now becoming easier to find teams with strong technical leadership, so it is advised for both project leaders and younger engineers to seek out such opportunities for growth and success.
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