The Mythical Man-Month

Why I recommend it

This is still useful for thinking about the people side of software work. Changing tools hasn’t removed the need for communication and shared understanding.

What it changed in my thinking

Adding people to a late project can slow it down further. Helping new people understand the work takes time.

Who it’s useful for

Engineering and product leaders making staffing and schedule decisions.

A tension or limitation

Some examples belong to an earlier era of computing. Focus on which problems still feel familiar.