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  1. How transparency helps us navigate during calm and chaos

    At thoughtbot, transparency is our compass, guiding us through both calm and chaos, toward informed decision-making and collaboration.

    Stephanie Kuroda
    March 28, 2025
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  2. That murky project feel

    When the path forward is unclear, step back, zoom out and find clarity through context.

    Jared Turner
    August 29, 2024
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  3. MVP vs PoC: What’s the right road?

    You have a product idea but aren’t sure how hard it is to build (or if it’s technically possible). thoughtbot shares our perspective when a Proof of Concept might be a good first step before moving forward with your MVP.

    Kelly Gebo
    August 3, 2021
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  4. Debugging Series 2021: Welcome to the Jungle

    Whether you’re a novice or a master, we’re going to help you level up your debugging game in this multi-part blog series, featuring new content every week!

    Louis Antonopoulos
    April 2, 2021
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  5. Things We Learned (& loved) From ProductCon

    After attending ProductCon, we wanted to share some of our favorite takeaways.

    Kelly Gebo
    February 24, 2021
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  6. New Online Workshop: How To Unstick Your Product Strategy with One Exercise

    Watch thoughtbot Design Director Jaclyn Perrone facilitate a live, unscripted Lightning Design Jam with the product team at HBR.

    Jaclyn Perrone
    April 23, 2020
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