--- title: Best Project Management posts of 2024 | daily.dev description: The most upvoted Project Management posts of 2024, curated by the daily.dev community. canonical: https://daily.dev/tags/project-management/best-of/2024 twitter:card: summary_large_image twitter:site: @dailydotdev og:url: https://daily.dev/tags/project-management/best-of/2024 og:type: website og:site_name: daily.dev og:title: Best Project Management posts of 2024 | daily.dev og:description: The most upvoted Project Management posts of 2024, curated by the daily.dev community. og:image: https://media.daily.dev/image/upload/s--VAY5ToZt--/f_auto/v1724209435/public/daily.dev%20-%20open%20graph --- # Best of Project Management — 2024 1. 1 [](/posts/how-to-build-anything-extremely-quickly-ombd0fcal "How to Build Anything Extremely Quickly") Article Hacker News · 2y How to Build Anything Extremely Quickly Outline speedrunning involves creating a detailed outline of a project, breaking it down into smaller tasks recursively, completing them quickly without perfecting, and then refining the project once it's done. This method, compared to the traditional 'loading-bar' style, can significantly speed up tasks like writing and programming by increasing momentum and reducing stress. The key is to not perfect any part of the project until it is fully completed. 2.9K 121 2. 2 [](/posts/17-best-developer-productivity-tools-to-try-b423p8xg4 "17 Best Developer Productivity Tools to Try") Article Community Picks · 2y 17 Best Developer Productivity Tools to Try Explore the top developer productivity tools in 2024, including IDEs, code editors, project management tools, collaboration tools, and more. 2.9K 74 3. 3 [](/posts/software-development-explained-with-cars-4b4vuygyi "Software Development Explained With Cars") Article Community Picks · 2y Software Development Explained With Cars Explaining software development to clients can be challenging, especially the differences between their expectations and actual development processes. Agile development allows for client involvement and adjustments, likened to tailoring a suit. However, protecting development time is crucial, and tools like Kanban boards and Scrum systems can help manage tasks efficiently. Additionally, time tracking provides valuable insights into project costs and productivity. 908 31 4. 4 [](/posts/you-fail-to-grow-as-a-dev-because-tukz4it2e "You fail to grow as a Dev, because") Article SK NEXUS · 2y You fail to grow as a Dev, because To grow as a developer, maintain a weekly record of your projects, tech stacks, client details, personal contributions, and results. This practice simplifies portfolio creation and highlights your achievements effectively, making you stand out professionally. 702 54 5. 5 [](/posts/how-i-build-side-projects-niuexwtou "How I build side projects") Article Saiyan Growth Letter · 3y How I build side projects This post provides an end-to-end approach for building side projects, including requirements, sketching, designing, building, testing, and documenting. It also answers frequently asked questions about what to build, finding time to work on side projects, and finishing projects on time. 630 25 6. 6 [](/posts/9-open-source-projects-every-developer-needs-to-bookmark--z77rrzqk7 "9 Open Source Projects Every Developer Needs to Bookmark 📚👨‍💻") Article Community Picks · 2y 9 Open Source Projects Every Developer Needs to Bookmark 📚👨‍💻 Discover 9 powerful open-source projects to enhance your workflow, whether you're a beginner or experienced developer. These tools span cloud management, feature flagging, user feedback, URL shortening, project management, data collaboration, LLM workflow building, privacy-focused AI, and documentation site generation. Each tool comes with detailed features and GitHub repositories for easy access. 605 14 7. 7 [](/posts/my-first-experience-as-a-tech-lead-o4up6qxuh "My first experience as a Tech Lead") Article DEV · 2y My first experience as a Tech Lead The author shares their experiences and insights from their journey of becoming a tech lead. Emphasizing the importance of soft skills, they discuss the nuances involved in evaluating candidates, the distinction between junior and senior developers, and their personal anecdote of leading a project for the first time. Valuable lessons from various types of senior developers are also recounted. 559 11 8. 8 [](/posts/beginner-s-guide-to-freelancing-ynr8f9zcl "Beginner’s Guide to Freelancing") Article Community Picks · 2y Beginner’s Guide to Freelancing Learn the key steps to start a successful freelancing career in software engineering, from finding clients through your network and briefly exploring online platforms, to effective negotiating tactics, understanding basic legal arrangements, and mastering project management techniques. Discover a newly developed tool, Founders Kit, to streamline your freelancing operations. 547 32 9. 9 [](/posts/software-estimates-have-never-worked-and-never-will-s9rubu7sl "Software estimates have never worked and never will") Article David Heinemeier Hansson · 2y Software estimates have never worked and never will Estimating software development time has been a consistent failure since the inception of computing. The industry persists in trying this flawed method despite decades of unsuccessful attempts. The challenge lies in the novelty of most software projects, which defy precise upfront specifications. Instead of relying on estimates, shifting to a flexible development approach using budgets or appetites, as advocated by the Shape Up methodology, can lead to more successful and timely software delivery. 472 32 10. 10 [](/posts/what-s-something-you-do-for-every-project-you-start--xsituzun1 "What's something you do for every project you start?") Article Trunk.io · 2y What's something you do for every project you start? Observing how someone initiates a new project can reveal their experience and skills. This practice is insightful enough to be used during interviews. Consider what types of projects interest you and the tools you instinctively use when starting a new project. 434 54 11. 11 [](/posts/ask-first-code-later-the-single-most-important-question-3oqgaqgc0 "Ask First, Code Later: The single, most important question") Article Substack · 2y Ask First, Code Later: The single, most important question Developers should question project requirements rather than blindly implementing them. By asking 'why' and engaging in early discussions, they can uncover the true reasons behind requests, thereby leading to better solutions. Collaborative conversations during the requirement phase help address corner cases and find optimal solutions. It's a reminder that questioning and peer-reviewing requirements can lead to more efficient and effective outcomes. 428 15 12. 12 [](/posts/singles-not-albums-a-guide-to-making-smaller-games-gi-sprint-grvqxcawf "'Singles, not albums': A guide to making smaller games | GI Sprint") Article GamesIndustry.biz · 2y 'Singles, not albums': A guide to making smaller games | GI Sprint Tony Gowland, managing director of UK studio Ant Workshop, shares his insights on the benefits and practices of creating smaller, more focused games instead of large projects. After investing significant time and money into a game that failed to reach a wide audience, the studio decided to adopt a more agile approach, releasing 'singles' instead of 'albums.' These smaller games, developed on tighter budgets and schedules, allow for more experimentation and quicker feedback from players. Gowland emphasizes simplicity in game design, flexibility in the development process, and the importance of early player feedback. 307 5 13. 13 [](/posts/comic-we-need-it-on-priority-a0ov0befu "(comic) We need it on priority") Article Work Chronicles · 2y (comic) We need it on priority Subscribe to Work Chronicles for engaging comics about work, infused with love and lots of coffee, capturing everyday workplace scenarios with humor. 306 10 14. 14 [](/posts/comic-we-are-agile-yehixlsbt "(comic) We are agile") Article Work Chronicles · 2y (comic) We are agile Comic series about work life, focusing on agile methodology. Brought to you by Work Chronicles, where comics are created with love and coffee. 304 21 15. 15 [](/posts/top-open-source-projects-that-improve-your-coding-skills-yevhgdvyr "Top Open Source Projects That Improve Your Coding Skills") Article Community Picks · 2y Top Open Source Projects That Improve Your Coding Skills Open source projects have revolutionized technology, providing tools and platforms for innovative solutions. Highlighted are impactful projects in Python, Java, project management, GitHub, C++, and JavaScript. Featured projects include Django, Flask, Pandas, Spring Framework, Apache Tomcat, Redmine, OpenProject, React, and Node.js, amongst others. Contributing to open source is encouraged with tips on finding and understanding projects, setting up environments, and community engagement. 288 12 16. 16 [](/posts/it-s-okay-to-just-do-the-work-jq10jxnxe "It’s okay to just do the work") Article swizec.com · 2y It’s okay to just do the work In software engineering, not every problem requires a long-term, sustainable solution. Sometimes, the quickest way to solve an issue is the best one. The post shares an example where a team debated various complex solutions for fixing user accounts but ultimately resolved the issue manually in just a couple of hours. This approach saved significant time and resources compared to mobilizing the entire development process. The key takeaway is to assess the size of a problem before dedicating extensive efforts to solving it, emphasizing practical efficiency over perfection. 207 2 17. 17 [](/posts/comic-verifying-estimates-krgc35u9p "(comic) Verifying estimates") Article Work Chronicles · 2y (comic) Verifying estimates Work Chronicles offers entertaining comics about work life, crafted with attention and passion. These comics provide a humorous take on various office scenarios. 203 3 18. 18 [](/posts/comic-put-it-in-the-backlog-rmadmnves "(comic) Put it in the backlog") Article Work Chronicles · 2y (comic) Put it in the backlog Work Chronicles creates comics about work, bringing humor and insights into daily professional life. Join their Patreon or buy them a coffee to support more creative content. 203 2 19. 19 [](/posts/huly-io---open-source-all-in-one-project-management-platform-f1a9adpy1 "Huly.io - Open source all-in-one project management platform") Article Product Hunt · 2y Huly.io - Open source all-in-one project management platform Huly.io is an open-source all-in-one project management platform developed by \[developer name\]. It offers task management, calendar, and developer tools. 192 9 20. 20 [](/posts/build-a-nextjs-project-management-app-deploy-on-aws-cognito-ec2-node-rds-postgres-tailwind-ghaxo0dbv "Build a Nextjs Project Management App & Deploy on AWS | Cognito, EC2, Node, RDS, Postgres, Tailwind") Video YouTube · 2y Build a Nextjs Project Management App & Deploy on AWS | Cognito, EC2, Node, RDS, Postgres, Tailwind In this detailed guide, Ed Row demonstrates building and deploying a full-stack project management application using Nextjs, Node.js, and AWS. The application includes features like task drag-and-drop, multiple views (list, timeline, table), and user authentication via AWS Cognito. The front end utilizes Nextjs with Redux Toolkit for state management and Tailwind CSS for styling. The backend is handled by Node.js with Express and Prisma for database interactions. AWS services such as EC2, RDS, and Amplify are used for deployment, ensuring the application is scalable and enterprise-ready. 167 4 21. 21 [](/posts/stop-missing-deadlines-5-proven-strategies-for-web-developers-9564jm2bm "Stop Missing Deadlines! 5 Proven Strategies for Web Developers") Article Community Picks · 2y Stop Missing Deadlines! 5 Proven Strategies for Web Developers Meeting deadlines in web development can be challenging, but with proper planning, communication, prioritization, realistic time estimates, and adaptability, you can become a deadline dominator. Break tasks into smaller parts, use time management techniques like Pomodoro, set clear expectations with clients, utilize task management tools, and learn from past mistakes to continuously improve your workflow. 161 11 22. 22 [](/posts/design-system-planning-with-notion-z98egjhun "Design system planning with Notion") Article UX Planet · 2y Design system planning with Notion Learn how to plan and execute the creation of a design system using Notion. The roadmap is outlined with stages of work, status, phases, and people involved. The planning page defines the goals, guiding principles, and long-term objectives. The process is broken down into manageable phases with specific goals, deliverables, and deadlines. Within each phase, there are phase-specific tasks and detailed task lists. Notion's task management features are used to monitor progress and keep the team on the same page. 153 23. 23 [](/posts/build-a-jira-clone-with-nextjs-react-tailwind-hono-js-part-1-2-2024--5akwiitmy "Build a Jira Clone With Nextjs, React, Tailwind, Hono.js | Part 1/2 (2024)") Video YouTube · 2y Build a Jira Clone With Nextjs, React, Tailwind, Hono.js | Part 1/2 (2024) Antonio's step-by-step course teaches you how to build a full-featured Jira clone using Next.js, React, Tailwind CSS, and Hono.js. It's targeted at developers looking to enhance their skills with complex web applications and project management tools. The project includes building a comprehensive task management interface with different views, user management features, workspace customization, and more. It also covers the initial setup, selecting runtimes, and ensuring dependencies are correctly installed. 145 1 24. 24 [](/posts/the-art-of-finishing-reqwo7pu0 "The Art of Finishing") Article Community Picks · 2y The Art of Finishing The piece discusses the common struggle of developers facing numerous unfinished projects and introduces the concept of the 'Hydra Project Effect', where new challenges emerge for every resolved issue. It explores why many developers start multiple projects but fail to finish them, emphasizing the allure of potential and the comfort of ongoing work. It outlines the costs of never finishing projects, including mental strain and missed learning opportunities. To combat this, the post offers strategies to learn the art of finishing, such as defining “done” from the start, embracing MVPs, time-boxing, celebrating completions, and maintaining accountability. 130 6 25. 25 [](/posts/idx-srio5nniu "IDX") Article Project IDX · 2y IDX Project IDX now supports Gitlab and Bitbucket repositories, available in an early preview for all users. 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