December 1st 2009: "Change Perspectives to Change Systems" - presentation by Miroslav Novak

Sometimes in order to change systems, to improve them in a lean fashion, a change of perspectives is required. Using examples from outside and inside the software industry, we will explore some ways in which changes in perspective can enhance our ability to see things differently in our systems of development, and help us find a path forward in tuning those systems or radically altering them for the better.

Presenter Bio:
Miroslav Novak graduated from the University of Alberta with a BSc (Psychology) with Specialization, and attained a Diploma in Object-Oriented Software Technology from the University of Calgary.

Miroslav began his career in software as an analyst/programmer for EFA Software, a market trading, clearing and settlement automation vendor in Calgary. He joined TogetherSoft in Jul 2000 to begin a career as a solutions engineer and transitioned to a similar role in Borland following its acquisition of TogetherSoft. During his time at TogetherSoft he had the opportunity to co-author “A Practical Guide to Extreme Programming” with David Astels and Granville Miller.

Since January of 2009, Miroslav has been an independent consultant. His interests include organizational behavior, agile methods and most recently lean approaches to software and organizations.

Miroslav enjoys sailing with his family. He lives in Calgary, Alberta, Canada with his wife Kelli, and two sons, Mark (13) and Grant (16).

Date:
December 1st, 2009 (the usual Tuesday)

Time:
6:00 pm (Snacks and Socializing)
6:30-7:30 pm (Presentation)

Location:
ICT 121, University of Calgary Campus