I spoke about agile methods, including Scrum, and data modeling in my Heart of Data Modeling webinar this month. One of the topics I touched upon was the concept of conflict and hostility between Data Modelers and Agile Developers.  We modelers have always experienced a bit of conflict with development teams due to the fact that our roles are measured and rewarded for conflicting outcomes.  Modelers are typically rewarded for ensuring data quality, for building models that are highly r...

I am in the constant search for knowledge of all kinds. While I continue my search in the areas of software engineering and computer programming, I also explore other areas where software might be used.  In my undergraduate studies at Cal Poly Computer Science (1969-1973) I took a range of non-computer science courses as part of my degree.  The Cal Poly "Learn by Doing" philosophy expanded our knowledge to include areas where computers and software would be used in my future career.  After gradu...