DevOps

Integrating teams, processes, and tools to ensure seamless delivery of value and enhance user satisfaction through continuous improvement.

A collaborative approach that integrates teams, processes, and tools to enhance the flow of value delivery. Posts should explore continuous improvement, feedback loops, performance metrics, and the interplay between technology and organisational culture, drawing insights from systems thinking and complexity theory.

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Mastering Site Reliability: Insights from Azure DevOps on Building a Resilient Live Site Culture

Discover how the Azure DevOps team at Microsoft balances reliability and agility in software development. Learn key SRE practices to enhance your team’s performance!
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Stop Hiding Behind Complexity and Start Delivering Continuously

Unlock continuous delivery for any software, regardless of complexity. Invest in fixing technical debt and automate processes for faster, reliable releases.
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The Crucible of Learning: Transforming Organizational Effectiveness Through DevOps

Discover how DevOps consulting tackles technical debt and complex architectures, leading to improved efficiency and streamlined integration for clients.
Blog

Testing in Production Maximises Quality and Value

Explore how audience-based deployment, also known as ring-based deployment, challenges traditional environments, accelerates feedback, and transforms continuous delivery.
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DevOps: Elevating Your Organization’s Performance Through Bespoke Solutions

Explore tailored DevOps consulting services in this video, uncovering how organisations can optimise practices for better software delivery and quality.
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From Chaos to Clarity: My Journey Through DevOps and the Three Key Challenges to Overcome

Discover the evolution of DevOps from chaotic deployments to streamlined processes. Learn key challenges and how to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
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Unlocking the True Power of Continuous Delivery: How Automation Transforms Software Development

Unlock the true power of continuous delivery! Discover how automation transforms software delivery, mitigates risks, and boosts efficiency in your organisation.
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Mastering Azure DevOps Migration: A Step-by-Step Guide for Seamless Project Transfers

Master Azure DevOps migration with our step-by-step guide! Learn essential tools, setup tips, and common pitfalls to ensure a smooth transition.
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Building a culture of Quality

Unlock the true potential of CI/CD! Join Martin Hinshelwood as he reveals best practices for Continuous Integration and Delivery to enhance quality and speed.
Blog

Delivery is the only Measure of Progress in Scrum

Delivery, not just a Done Increment, is the real measure of progress in Scrum. In 2025, if you’re not delivering every Sprint, you’re not truly Agile.
Videos

NKD Agility: Your partner in developing engineering excellence

Discover how performance engineering enhances user experience! Join Martin Hinshelwood as he shares strategies for optimising software in production.
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Technical Debt Management for Long-Term Quality

Discover how automated testing transforms software engineering, reducing errors and speeding up feedback for high-quality, efficient delivery.
Blog

Getting started with a modern source control system and DevOps

Discover how to choose a modern source control system that enhances your DevOps practices and supports your software development lifecycle effectively.
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Transforming Agility: How Azure DevOps Went from Two-Year Releases to 880,000 Deployments

Unlock your organisation’s potential with continuous delivery! Discover how to shorten feedback loops and stay ahead in a fast-paced market.
Blog

Stop Promoting Branches

Explore how audience-based deployment, also known as ring-based deployment, challenges traditional environments, accelerates feedback, and transforms continuous delivery.
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Embrace Simplicity: How to Transform Complexity into Continuous Delivery Success

Unlock the secrets to continuous delivery! Discover how to simplify your software and foster a culture of agility for faster, more reliable feature delivery.
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Rethinking Continuous Delivery: Why Best Practices Don't Exist in Complex Environments

Discover how to enhance continuous delivery in complex environments with audience-based strategies, testing in production, and a commitment to improvement.
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The Common Challenges of Adopting DevOps Practices

Discover the challenges organisations face in adopting DevOps practices and why real-world production testing is crucial for user experience success.
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Embracing Automation: The Key to Transforming Your Development Process and Boosting Confidence

Unlock the secrets of successful product development! Discover how automation transforms testing, deployment, and quality assurance for engineering teams.
Blog

Building a release pipeline with Release Management with Visual Studio 2013

Learn to build a scalable release pipeline with Visual Studio 2013’s integrated release management. Enhance your DevOps practices for continuous delivery success!
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Release Management with Team Foundation Server 2012

Enhance your release management strategy with Team Foundation Server 2012. Discover automation techniques and best practices for seamless deployments.
Blog

Live Site Culture & Site Reliability Engineering

Explore how Live Site Culture and Site Reliability Engineering drive agility and DevOps practices, enabling rapid delivery and enhanced customer satisfaction.
Videos

What is your favourite DevOps consulting outcome?

Join Martin Hinshelwood as he shares his favourite DevOps consulting outcome, highlighting the transformative power of agile practices in diverse industries.
Videos

Unlocking Continuous Delivery: How Feature Flags Transform Software Development

Unlock the power of feature flags for seamless software delivery! Discover how incremental releases and user feedback can transform your development process.
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Unlocking the Future of Software Development: Why Automation is Your Key to Success

Unlock the power of automation in software development! Discover how it boosts efficiency, reduces errors, and transforms your deployment process.
Blog

Create a Release Management pipeline for Professional Developers

Learn to create a Release Management pipeline for developers, enhancing automation and deployment efficiency with Team Foundation Server. Dive in now!
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Why Embracing Automation is Essential for Reducing Human Error in Software Development

Discover how automation transforms software development by minimising human error and enhancing efficiency. Learn why embracing automation is essential for success!
Blog

Standard Environments for Automated Deployment and Testing

Discover how to automate deployment and testing with Standard Environments in Visual Studio 2012 TFS, enhancing your DevOps practices for seamless delivery.
Videos

DevOps Consulting Overview

Discover how DevOps consulting can transform your software delivery with insights from expert Martin Hinshelwood. Elevate your agile journey today!
Videos

The Evolution of My Journey with Azure DevOps: Lessons and Insights

Explore Azure DevOps through the eyes of a seasoned consultant. Gain insights on migration, tools, and real-world applications to enhance your team’s productivity!
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Unlocking Rapid Delivery: Overcoming Common DevOps Challenges for Agile Success

Unlock faster product delivery in your organisation! Discover how to streamline processes, embrace change, and enhance your DevOps practices today.
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Navigating the Complex World of Azure DevOps Data Migration

Discover essential insights for Azure DevOps migration! Learn about common pitfalls, best practices, and expert tips to ensure a smooth transition.
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Mastering Azure DevOps: Avoiding Common Pitfalls for Agile Success

Unlock the secrets to optimising Azure DevOps! Discover common pitfalls and expert insights to enhance your agile practices and boost team productivity.
Blog

Open-source with VSTS or TFS and Github for better DevOps

Discover how to sync your code between VSTS and GitHub for seamless DevOps. Leverage open-source benefits while maximizing VSTS capabilities. Learn more!
Videos

Mastering Azure DevOps Migration Tools: Your Ultimate Guide to Seamless Migrations

Unlock seamless Azure DevOps migrations with expert insights! Discover key features, setup tips, and best practices to streamline your transition today.
Blog

Without Delivery, There Is No Value

Everything before delivery is an assumption, and all non-delivered product represents a cost of delay. Learn why frequent delivery is critical to maximising value.
Videos

If a client hasn't considered DevOps consulting as part of their Agile Consulting needs, why should they?

Discover why integrating DevOps consulting into your Agile coaching can enhance team performance and streamline software delivery. Watch now!
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How important is DevOps in continuous delivery of value to customers?

Discover why DevOps is crucial for agile coaches in delivering continuous value to customers. Join Martin Hinshelwood for key insights!
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Unlocking Value in DevOps: My Role as a Consultant in Driving Change and Overcoming Bottlenecks

Discover the core of DevOps consulting: identifying bottlenecks, optimising workflows, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Join the conversation!
Videos

Security by Design Building Secure Software

Learn to embed security from the start in software development. Join Martin Hinshelwood as he explores shifting left for resilient, secure software.
Blog

The High of Release

Explore the new web-based Release Management tools from Microsoft, designed to enhance DevOps and streamline your release pipelines for engineering excellence.
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Why is DevOps such a Critical Element of Software Engineering?

Discover why DevOps is essential in software engineering! Join Martin Hinshelwood as he unravels its critical role in delivering client solutions. #DevOps #shorts
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Mastering Azure DevOps Migration: Navigating Challenges, Solutions, and Best Practices

Discover expert insights on Azure DevOps migration, addressing common challenges and benefits for IT managers, DevOps teams, and business owners.
Blog

The Sprint is a container for Planning and not necessarily for Delivery

Explore how Scrum can enhance planning without strict delivery schedules. Learn to embrace Continuous Delivery for better software development practices.
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Maximising Deployment Frequency: The Key to Faster Time to Market and Business Success

Unlock the secrets to efficient software delivery! Discover how deployment frequency, stability, and learning time can transform your team’s success.
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Unlocking Code Quality: The Transformative Power of Frequent Deployments

Unlock the secret to better code quality! Discover how frequent deployments enhance user feedback, reduce technical debt, and boost team confidence.
Blog

Virtual Labs in the modern application lifecycle

Explore how virtual labs enhance the modern application lifecycle, enabling agile development and efficient testing in complex environments. Rise to the challenge!
Blog

Create a Build vNext build definition

Learn how to create a Build vNext definition on VSO with this comprehensive guide. Enhance your CI/CD process and streamline your development workflow!
Blog

Configure a Build vNext Agent

Learn how to configure a Build vNext Agent on VSO with this comprehensive guide. Simplify your build process and enhance your development workflow today!
Course

Mastering Azure Repos Training

Azure DevOps Services provide a set of cloud-hosted tools that software teams can use to quickly plan, develop, test, and deliver value in the form of working software. Azure Repos provide public or private Git repositories that enable better collaboration and cleaner code. To maximize learning, students will work in teams, in a common team project, on a common codebase.
Course

Continuous Delivery Using Azure DevOps Services Training

This two-day course provides students with the DevOps principles and related hands-on practices to work better as a team, scale their agility, share and integrate their work, and deliver working software continuously in order to enable faster delivery of value and receive early and valuable feedback.
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Scaling Smart: How to Tackle Technical Debt for Sustainable Growth

Avoid the pitfalls of technical debt! Discover how to scale effectively with sustainable practices and automation for a robust, innovative future.
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The Hidden Costs of Poor Quality Code—and How to Turn It Into a Superpower

Discover the hidden costs of poor-quality code with Martin Hinshelwood. Learn how investing in quality boosts productivity and protects your brand.
Methods

One Engineering System

Unify your development pipeline with One Engineering System. Ensure seamless collaboration and integration across all engineering teams and workflows.
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Empowering Leadership: Driving Cultural Change for Agile Success

Unlock the secrets to effective leadership in driving cultural change! Discover how to set a clear vision, invest in automation, and foster collaboration.
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DevOps Demystified: Why It's More Than Just Tools and How to Embrace Its True Value

Discover the true essence of DevOps beyond tools. Learn how to leverage its principles for enhanced collaboration and product quality in software development.
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Navigating DevOps: Crafting Unique Solutions for Unique Organizations

Discover how to customise your DevOps consulting services for unique organisational needs, fostering continuous improvement and incremental growth. 🚀📈
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Mastering Azure DevOps Migration: Expert Insights for a Seamless Transition

Unlock the secrets to a smooth Azure DevOps migration! Discover expert tips, common pitfalls, and how to tackle unique challenges for a successful transition.
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Mastering Caman Strategy: How to Leverage Azure DevOps for Effective Visualisation in Hybrid Work Environments

Unlock the power of Azure DevOps to enhance your Caman strategy! Discover how to visualise workflows and establish shared rules for effective team collaboration.
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Mastering Data Integrity: The Key to Successful DevOps Migrations

Master data integrity in DevOps migrations! Discover the balance between flexibility and fidelity for a successful transition to Azure DevOps Services.
Blog

Avoid the pick-n-mix branching anti-pattern

Discover how to avoid the pick-n-mix branching anti-pattern in software development. Learn effective strategies to enhance code quality and team trust.
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Quality enablement to achieve predictable delivery

Achieve predictable software delivery by establishing quality enablement. Learn key strategies to enhance your development process and reduce bugs.
Blog

Create a Standard Environment for Release Management in Azure

Learn to create a standard environment for Release Management in Azure with Visual Studio. Streamline your deployment process and enhance your workflow!
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Execute Tests with Release Management for Visual Studio 2013

Learn to execute tests seamlessly with Release Management for Visual Studio 2013. Simplify your automated testing and deployment processes today!
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Access denied for orchestration plan on Build

Troubleshoot TFS build errors with expert tips on resolving access denied issues for orchestration plans. Enhance your build system’s performance today!
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Reserve an Agent for a special build in Team Foundation Server 2012

Learn how to reserve a build agent in Team Foundation Server 2012 to streamline your build process and avoid conflicts. Optimize your CI/CD workflow now!
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Migrating source from Perforce to Git on VSO

Learn how to migrate from Perforce to Git on VSO with expert tips and strategies for a smooth transition to modern version control. Start your journey now!
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Installing TFS 2012 with Lab Management 2012

Learn to install TFS 2012 with Lab Management in a day. Follow expert tips and step-by-step guidance to streamline your deployment process effectively.
Videos

Transforming Chaos into Clarity: How Optimising Systems Fuels Engineering Excellence

Transform chaos into clarity! Discover how optimising systems and tackling technical debt can boost productivity and innovation in your organisation.
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Mastering Technical Debt: Strategies to Transform Challenges into Opportunities for Your Development Team

Unlock the secrets of technical debt! Discover how to manage and pay it back effectively to boost your team’s productivity and deliver more value.
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Why Are a Scrum Team Better Served by an Agile Consultant than a Professional Coach?

Discover why a scrum team benefits more from an agile consultant than a professional coach in this insightful video with Martin Hinshelwood.
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Mastering Remote Work: Key Insights for Agile Teams to Thrive in a Digital World

Discover how to enhance remote work, integrate UX in Agile, and boost team dynamics. Join Martin Hinshelwood for insights that drive collaboration and value!
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How Much of An Impact can Scrum Have in a DevOps Environment?

Discover how scrum enhances DevOps for seamless software delivery in this insightful short with Martin Hinshelwood. Transform your team’s performance!
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Continuous value delivery with modern business applications

Discover how modern business applications enable continuous value delivery, transforming software development practices for happier consumers and faster updates.
Blog

Who broke the build?

Discover why broken builds matter in development. Learn how to identify issues and maintain code quality with effective build management strategies.
Blog

NDC London: Second Look, Team Foundation Server & VSO

Join Martin Hinshelwood at NDC London for a deep dive into Team Foundation Server and VSO, showcasing powerful ALM features and live demos. Don’t miss out!
Videos

From Developer to Agile Advocate: How My Journey Unveiled the Power of Scrum and DevOps

Discover how my journey from developer to Agile advocate transformed my approach to project management. Explore the liberating power of Agile and Scrum!
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Do you know the minimum builds to create on any branch?

Discover the essential builds for any branch in your project. Learn how to set up Gate, CI, and Nightly builds to ensure code quality and collaboration.
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Why you need to tag your build servers in TFS

Discover why tagging your build servers in TFS is essential for managing complexity and improving efficiency in your development projects. Learn more!
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Log Elmah errors in Team Foundation Server

Learn how to log Elmah errors in Team Foundation Server effectively. Discover methods to streamline error tracking and enhance your development process.
Practices

Site Reliability Engineering (SRE)

Discover more about Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) and how it can help you in your Agile journey!
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TFS Build reports Licencies.licx: unable to load type

Discover solutions for the ‘unable to load type’ error in TFS build reports. Learn how to streamline your CI builds and enhance your development process.
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How to deal with a stuck or infinitely queued build

Learn how to troubleshoot stuck or infinitely queued builds in Team Foundation Server. Optimize your build process and ensure timely completions with expert tips!
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The benefits of Visual Studio Online for the Enterprise

Discover the advantages of Visual Studio Online for enterprises. Learn how it enhances agility, streamlines processes, and supports cloud-based development.
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Configuring Jenkins to talk to TFS 2013

Learn how to configure Jenkins to integrate with TFS 2013 seamlessly, ensuring a smooth transition for your Java teams. Enhance your build process today!
Videos

Unlocking Unrealised Value: The Key to Elevating Your Product Development Strategy

Unlock the potential of your product by understanding unrealised value. Discover how market insights and hypothesis-driven development can enhance your strategy!
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Unable to load task handler PowerShell for task VSBuild

Resolve the ‘Unable to load task handler PowerShell for task VSBuild’ error in TFS 2015 with our troubleshooting guide. Get your builds running smoothly!
Videos

Navigating the TFS to Azure DevOps Migration: Overcoming Compatibility Concerns with Confidence

Migrating from TFS to Azure DevOps? Discover essential tips to ensure compatibility, safeguard your code, and navigate customisations for a smooth transition!
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Mastering the Migration: Seamlessly Transitioning from TFS to Azure DevOps

Master Azure DevOps migration with expert insights! Discover pitfalls, best practices, and strategies for a seamless transition. Perfect for IT and DevOps teams!
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Why Handoffs Are Killing Your Agility

Explore the detrimental impact of handoffs in software development and discover strategies to eliminate them for better agility.
Videos

Code Reviews for Quality Assurance

Reimagine code reviews with Martin Hinshelwood! Discover how automation and a shift-left approach enhance quality and speed in software development.
Blog

You are doing it wrong if you are not using test first

Unlock the power of Test First principles in software development. Learn how TDD and ATDD can enhance quality, reduce bugs, and meet customer needs effectively.
Videos

What is Your Peeve in DevOps

Join Martin Hinshelwood as he shares his top pet peeve in DevOps consulting, drawing from his extensive experience in Agile and DevOps. #DevOps #Agile #Consulting
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Why Azure DevOps is the Ultimate Game Changer for Scrum Masters and Agile Teams

Discover how Azure DevOps can transform your agile practices as a Scrum Master. Simplify workflows, enhance team visibility, and empower collaboration today!
Videos

Transforming Engineering Excellence: The Power of Naked Agility in Quality and Leadership

Transform your engineering practices with naked agility! Discover how to enhance quality, build trust, and foster technical leadership in your organisation.
Practices

Metrics and Reports

Discover more about Metrics and Reports and how it can help you in your Agile journey!
Videos

Can you align DevOps and Software Engineering Teams Through Scrum?

Discover how Scrum can bridge the gap between DevOps and Software Engineering teams for better collaboration and delivery in this insightful short video!
Guides

Detecting Agile BS

Discover more about Detecting Agile BS and how it can help you in your Agile journey!
Blog

ALM Consulting in Scotland, UK, Scandinavia & Europe

Discover expert ALM consulting across Scotland, the UK, and Europe. Enhance your software development processes with tailored training and coaching.
Blog

Testing in the modern application lifecycle

Explore modern manual testing in agile development. Learn to integrate tools and streamline processes for effective quality assurance in your application lifecycle.
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Avoid the Bug as Task anti-pattern in Azure DevOps

Learn to avoid the Bug as Task anti-pattern in Azure DevOps to enhance team communication, transparency, and software quality. Improve your agile processes now!
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Professional Scrum Courses for 2016 in Oslo, Norway

Join our Professional Scrum courses in Oslo and Kongsberg to master Agile practices and elevate your Scrum skills. Enroll now for a successful 2016!
Blog

The new normal of the modern application lifecycle

Explore the evolving landscape of software development in ‘The New Normal of the Modern Application Lifecycle’ and discover how to stay relevant in a fast-paced world.
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Automated Testing in a modern application lifecycle

Discover the essential role of automated testing in modern application lifecycles. Learn how to enhance software quality and streamline your development process.
Videos

What is the most interesting outcome you have achieved as an agile consultant?

Discover the fascinating outcomes of agile consulting with Martin Hinshelwood as he shares insights on navigating complexity in project management.
Videos

The Limits of Self-Taught Learning: Why External Perspectives Matter

Discover the pitfalls of self-taught learning and the power of diverse insights in consulting. Embrace continuous learning for better solutions!
Blog

MSBuild and Business Intelligence Packages, Ahhhhhh!

Explore the challenges of automating Business Intelligence builds with MSBuild. Discover solutions for SSIS and SSAS package deployment and testing.
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Engaging with complexity - Team Foundation Server Edition

Explore the complexities of Team Foundation Server migrations in Silicon Valley. Learn strategies to streamline processes and enhance development efficiency.
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In-Place upgrade of TFS 2008 to TFS 2010 with move to new domain

Learn how to successfully upgrade TFS 2008 to TFS 2010 while migrating to a new domain. Follow expert tips to avoid common pitfalls and ensure a smooth transition.
Videos

What is DevOps and how is it different to Agile?

Discover the key differences between DevOps and Agile in this insightful video with Martin Hinshelwood. Elevate your software delivery today!
Blog

NDC London 2014: Why TFS no longer sucks and VSO is awesome

Discover why TFS has transformed and how VSO enhances your development process. Join Martin Hinshelwood’s insights from NDC London 2014 for agile success!
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Maven release prepare fails with detected changes in Jenkins

Discover how to resolve Maven release prepare failures in Jenkins due to detected changes. Learn to use .tfignore for smoother TFS integration.
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Mask password in Jenkins when calling TEE

Learn how to mask passwords in Jenkins when using Team Explorer Everywhere to enhance security and prevent sensitive data exposure in your build logs.
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Upgrading to Team Foundation Server 2012 Update 1 in production – DONE

Learn how to successfully upgrade to Team Foundation Server 2012 Update 1 with expert tips, a detailed checklist, and troubleshooting advice for a smooth transition.
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TFS 2012 - Issue: Stuck builds in Team Foundation Build with no build number

Resolve stuck builds in TFS 2012 with our troubleshooting guide. Discover key insights and solutions to get your Team Foundation Build back on track!
Blog

Anatomy of an Automation for the Tfs Automation Platform

Explore the anatomy of automations for the TFS Automation Platform. Learn how to integrate and deploy extensions effectively for enhanced productivity.
Blog

Deployment documentation

Explore effective deployment strategies for complex applications across multiple environments. Learn how to gain control and streamline updates with ease.
Videos

Is Your Engineering Culture Ready to Scale with Your Technology?

Is your tech culture ready to scale? Discover how to foster collaboration, embrace continuous learning, and ensure your culture evolves with your growth.
Blog

Using the Build vNext capabilities and demands system

Explore the new Build vNext capabilities and demands system in TFS 2015. Simplify your build process with enhanced features and auto-detection. Learn more!
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Configuring a DC in Azure for AAD integrated Release Management

Learn how to configure a Domain Controller in Azure for AAD integrated Release Management, enhancing your cloud demo capabilities with practical insights.
Videos

Mastering Data Migration: How to Minimise Downtime and Keep Your Engineers Productive

Minimise downtime during data migration with expert insights! Discover how strategic planning and Git can keep your team productive.
Videos

What Does the Assessment Phase of a Consulting Engagement Look and Feel Like?

Discover the assessment phase of agile consulting with NKD Agility. Martin Hinshelwood shares insights on tackling challenges and enhancing team performance.
Blog

Should I upgrade to TFS 2013 Update 2?

Discover the benefits of upgrading to TFS 2013 Update 2. Explore new features in backlog, test, and release management to enhance your development process!
Videos

How Does Your Consulting Experience Manifest in the Training Environment?

Discover how real-world consulting experience enhances training in Agile and Scrum. Join Martin Hinshelwood as he shares insights on effective teaching.
Blog

Changing the Team Project Collection of the Team Build Controller

Learn how to change the Team Project Collection of the Team Build Controller in TFS 2010 for seamless builds and efficient project management. Get started now!
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Upgrading from TFS 2010 RC to TFS 2010 RTM done

Discover the seamless upgrade process from TFS 2010 RC to RTM. Follow expert tips and insights to ensure a smooth transition for your development environment.
Videos

Seamless Migration to Azure DevOps: Unlocking Enhanced Collaboration and Productivity

Unlock seamless migration to Azure DevOps with expert tools and insights. Discover how to enhance collaboration and productivity in your team today!
Blog

ALM Events and public courses in 2015 Q2

Join Martin Hinshelwood for live online ALM training courses in Q2 2015, covering DevOps, Scrum, and project management. Enhance your skills today!
Blog

Could not load file or assembly while configuring Build vNext Agent

Encountering ‘Could not load file or assembly’ errors while configuring the Build vNext Agent? Discover solutions and tips to resolve this issue effectively.
Videos

Building a High-Performance Delivery Engine: Unlocking Success Through Competence and Collaboration

Unlock the secrets to building a high-performance delivery engine! Discover how competence, collaboration, and core philosophies drive software success.
Videos

Unlocking the Power of Kanban: Transform Your Workflow with Data-Driven Insights

Unlock the power of Kanban! Discover how to optimise workflows, enhance delivery speed, and engage stakeholders with data-driven insights.
Videos

Navigating Technical Debt: How to Transform Challenges into Opportunities for Quality and Efficiency

Discover the true cost of technical debt and poor quality in product development. Learn how to manage them for sustainable success and happier users!
Videos

Is Your Project Ecosystem Truly Agile?

Unlock true agility in product management! Discover how to break down silos, embrace automation, and maximise stakeholder value in this insightful video.
Videos

What Should a Product Owner Do with an Incompetent Team?

Struggling with a team that underperforms? Discover how to identify true incompetence vs. lack of knowledge in this insightful video! 💼🚀 #LeadershipSkills
Videos

How do DevOps and Agile integrate?

Discover how DevOps and Agile intertwine in this insightful short video with Martin Hinshelwood. Unlock the synergy for high-performing teams! #DevOps #Agile
Principles

Continuous Delivery

Discover more about Continuous Delivery and how it can help you in your Agile journey!
Videos

How can companies derive greater benefits from training by investing in a private training course?

Discover how private training courses can enhance team effectiveness and drive success in your organisation. Unlock the power of tailored #Scrum training!
Blog

Not just happy, but ecstatic

Discover how a consultant transformed a challenging deployment process into a streamlined success with TFS 2010, enhancing efficiency and collaboration.
Blog

Connect a Test Controller to Team Foundation Service

Learn how to connect a Test Controller to Team Foundation Service for streamlined automated deployment and testing. Simplify your configuration today!
Videos

How did you come to be a preferred Scrum training supplier for Microsoft?

Discover how Martin Hinshelwood became the preferred Scrum training supplier for Microsoft, empowering their agile journey in product development.
Videos

Mastering Agile in a Distributed World: Tools and Strategies for Effective Team Management

Discover effective strategies for managing distributed teams in Agile and DevOps. Explore essential tools and tips to enhance collaboration and continuous improvement!
Blog

Deploying Team Server

Explore the benefits of deploying TFS in your organization. Learn how a complete solution can enhance development efficiency and streamline project management.
Blog

Rangers shipped Visual Studio 2010 Database Guide

Unlock the potential of Visual Studio 2010 with the ALM Rangers’ Database Guide, featuring hands-on labs and practical tips for real-world projects.
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Syncing many Dynamics AX instances to a single TFS 2010 Team Project

Discover how to streamline multiple Dynamics AX instances into a single TFS 2010 Team Project, simplifying management and enhancing collaboration.
Blog

Create log entries in Release Management

Learn how to create effective log entries in Release Management using PowerShell. Enhance your deployment process and ensure success with detailed logs!
Blog

The TFS Automation Platform is dead, long live the TfPlugable

Discover the TfPlugable, a revolutionary solution for TFS automation. Simplify deployment and management of extensions with our innovative platform!
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How might we implement the Change Iteration Automation for the Tfs Automation Platform

Explore the implementation of Change Iteration Automation for the TFS Automation Platform, enhancing efficiency in managing queries across sprints.
Blog

What is the Tfs Automation Platform

Discover the TFS Automation Platform, designed to streamline iteration management and enhance automation in TFS. Unlock efficiency in your development process!
Blog

Creating a custom Activity for Team Foundation Build

Learn to create custom activities for Team Foundation Build with this step-by-step guide. Simplify your workflows and enhance your build processes today!
Blog

Upgrade to Visual Studio 11 Team Foundation Service - Done

Discover the benefits of upgrading to Visual Studio 11 Team Foundation Service. Learn how cloud solutions simplify management and enhance your development experience!
Blog

Configuring a PowerShell Adapter for the TFS Integration Platform

Learn to configure a PowerShell adapter for TFS Integration Platform, enabling seamless source code transfer to Perforce. Enhance your workflow today!
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Installing Release Management Client for Visual Studio 2013

Learn how to install the Release Management Client for Visual Studio 2013 effortlessly. Streamline your release pipeline with this quick and easy guide!
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TFS for cross team and cross business line work item tracking

Discover effective strategies for cross-team collaboration in TFS, enhancing work item tracking and project management for software delivery across divisions.
Blog

Project of Projects with team Foundation Server 2010

Discover best practices for using Team Foundation Server 2010 effectively. Learn to structure projects intuitively for enhanced collaboration and efficiency.
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Bug in the Visual Studio Git integration that results in a merge conflict

Discover how to resolve merge conflicts in Visual Studio’s Git integration. Learn effective workflows to streamline your development process and enhance collaboration.
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Teams without areas using a team field in TFS

Discover how to configure Teams without areas in TFS for enhanced project management. Learn the steps to optimize your workflow and boost team efficiency!
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Deploy from Visual Studio 2012 to iOS, Windows Phone, Android and Windows

Discover how to deploy apps from Visual Studio 2012 to multiple platforms like iOS, Android, and Windows, streamlining your development process effectively.
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SSW Brain Quest: Team Foundation Server and SharePoint 2010 (London)

Join the SSW Brain Quest in London to master Team Foundation Server and SharePoint 2010. Enhance your project management skills and boost productivity!
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Solution: Getting Silverlight to build on Team Foundation Build Services 2010

Learn how to successfully build Silverlight applications using Team Foundation Build Services 2010. Overcome common challenges with expert tips and solutions!
Blog

Maven release perform tries to do a Get to a workspace sub folder in TFS

Discover how to resolve Maven release issues with TFS when switching from SVN. Learn best practices for a smoother build and release process.
Blog

What do you do with a Work Item History Not Found Conflict Type Details

Discover solutions for TFS migration conflicts in work item history. Learn how to tackle ’not found’ errors and streamline your integration process.
Blog

VSTS Sync Migration Tools

Discover VSTS Sync Migration Tools for seamless data migration from TFS to VSTS. Simplify your transition and enhance your DevOps processes today!
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Issue [ TFS 2013 ] You get TF400324 when connecting InRelease to TFS

Resolve the TF400324 error when connecting InRelease to TFS 2013 with effective solutions and PowerShell scripts. Get your TFS running smoothly!
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TFS 2012 Issue: TF215097 an error occurred while initializing a build for build definition

Resolve the TF215097 error in TFS 2012 builds with our detailed guide. Learn to load custom assemblies and streamline your build process effectively!
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Active Directory Groups not Syncing with Team Foundation Server 2010

Discover solutions for syncing Active Directory groups with Team Foundation Server 2010. Streamline your security and enhance user management effectively!
Blog

Creating training virtual machines in Azure

Learn to create training virtual machines in Azure effortlessly. This guide simplifies setup for technical courses, ensuring a smooth teaching experience.
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