Methods & Best Practices
Proven practices and principles for successful software development
Pragmatic application of best practices
Methods are not an end in themselves. I select and combine approaches based on your context, team maturity, and project requirements. Pragmatism before dogmatism - always.
Architecture Methods
The right structure determines whether your system can grow with the business or become an obstacle.
Clean Architecture / Hexagonal Architecture
Your software remains flexible. Technologies can be exchanged without rebuilding everything - you are not tied to a vendor.
- Easier switching of databases or frameworks
- Lower maintenance costs due to clear structure
- Faster tests = faster development
Microservices Architecture
Parts of your software can be independently developed and scaled. A failure in one area does not paralyze the entire system.
- Individual teams can work independently
- High load in one area? Scale only this one
- Failures remain isolated
Event-Driven Architecture
Systems respond immediately to events. New functions can be added without changing existing ones.
- Real-time reactions to business events
- New features without risk to existing ones
- Better scalability during peak loads
Development Methods
Practices that ensure rapid delivery without sacrificing quality.
Test-Driven Development (TDD)
Fewer bugs in production. Changes can be made safely because automated tests immediately show if something breaks.
- Errors are found early - before customers see them
- Developers dare to improve code
- Faster development in the long term
Continuous Integration / Delivery (CI/CD)
New features and bug fixes reach your users faster. Releases become routine instead of a risk.
- Multiple releases per day instead of per month possible
- Automatic quality check with every change
- Quick rollback if something does go wrong
Pair Programming & Mob Programming
Knowledge is distributed within the team. If a developer drops out, the project does not come to a standstill.
- No knowledge monopoly by individual people
- New team members become productive faster
- Fewer errors through four eyes instead of two
Refactoring & Technical Debt Management
Your software remains changeable in the long term. You avoid the point where "everything has to be rebuilt".
- Development speed remains constant
- Technical debts are reduced in a controlled manner
- Legacy code is modernized step by step
Agile Methods & Processes
Less bureaucracy, more results. Processes that adapt to the team, not the other way around.
Scrum
Regular deliveries every 2-4 weeks. You see results early and can adjust the direction at any time.
- Working software instead of long planning phases
- Regular feedback = fewer misdevelopments
- Transparent progress through short cycles
Kanban
Work flows continuously. Bottlenecks become visible before they become a problem.
- Faster turnaround times through focused work
- Flexible with changing priorities
- Easy entry without large process overhead
Scrumban
The best of Scrum and Kanban combined. Structure where needed, flexibility where possible.
- Sprints when needed, continuous flow in everyday life
- WIP limits prevent overload
- Easy transition from Scrum or Kanban
Code Quality & Craftsmanship
Code that is still understandable and changeable in years. New developers quickly find their way around.
Clean Code Principles
Simple, readable code that all developers can understand and change.
- Understandable code = faster training of new developers
- Less duplication = fewer sources of error
- Simple solutions = lower maintenance costs
SOLID Principles
Five basic rules for software that is easy to expand and adapt.
- Changes in one area do not break anything else
- New features can be added without changing existing ones
- Individual parts can be tested independently
Design Patterns
Tried and tested solution templates that save time and avoid errors.
- Proven solutions for recurring problems
- Developers understand the architecture faster
- Less "reinventing the wheel"
Further
DevOps & SRE Practices
Your application runs stably and reliably. Problems are detected before customers notice them.
- Infrastructure is reproducible – no "only works on my machine"
- Real-time overview of system health
- Quick response to problems through clear processes
- Defined availability goals – you know what to expect
Security Best Practices
Security is built in from the start, not added on afterwards. You protect your data and that of your customers.
- Most common attack vectors are closed from the outset
- Regular checks for known vulnerabilities
- Sensitive data is stored securely
- Compliance requirements are met
My Approach
I adapt methods to your situation.
- Context-dependent - Not every method fits every team
- Incremental – Gradual introduction of new practices
- Measurable – Success is evaluated using concrete metrics
- Iterative – Continuous improvement through retrospectives
- Team-oriented – Buy-in from the team is crucial
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