How We Structure Our Project Teams
At Detroit Labs, we work in delivery teams (also known as project teams). Each role has significant importance and brings its perspective, knowledge, and experience to the whole team and the client — and therefore to the project. As Detroit
Labs Live: QA at Labs with Katrina Ohlemacher and Jon Guest
On this episode of Labs Live, Dan and Tobi welcome Katrina and Jon, Quality Engineers at Detroit Labs. They discuss the role of Quality Assurance (QA) at Labs, the myth that the QA's job is to break things, and how
Why You Should Think About What Not To Build
When it comes to software, it's not always about what you should build… well, not at first, anyway. An important, often overlooked first step is to figure out what not to build. This early process of elimination can help to identify
App Clips and User Acquisition Tactics from WWDC 2020
WWDC 2020 is in the books! Not only was it the first fully streamed event, but it was one of the best WWDC events we’ve seen. The launch of iOS 14 was exciting and brought with it both new and
Labs Live: Bob Walters, President and Chief Operating Officer for Quicken Loans
On this episode of Labs Live, Dan and Tobi are joined by Bob Walters of Quicken Loans, who brought his experience, passion, and perspective on lending to the table. Bob discusses the challenges with today’s mortgage process and how to
WWDC 2020: Dear Apple…
Dear Apple, Today is a big day for you, so I’ll keep this brief. You’ve worked hard for the better part of a year, designing and building your new operating system (iOS 14) that will make our iPhones and iPads feel like
Inclusive Language in Technology
By Jeff Kelley If you’re anything like me, the spring of 2020 has been the most difficult decade in recent memory. From a global pandemic to widespread protests against unjust brutality, there has been no shortage of things to worry about.
Labs Live Remote Spotlight: Delivery Leads
Delivery Leads Jackie Michl and Dee Doyle share insights on supporting effective teamwork and collaboration on remote software teams. Watch all episodes of Labs Live and Subscribe on YouTube. About Labs Live Labs Live is a stream hosted by Detroit Labs’ very own
Labs Live: The Black Tech Experience
Host and sales engineer Tobi and Developer Nikki are talking about The Black Tech Experience, the state of diversity in tech, their developer journeys, and overcoming imposter syndrome. Watch episodes of Labs Live and Subscribe on YouTube. About Labs Live Labs Live is
Detroit Labs 2020 Java Apprenticeship with Ford
We’re excited to announce the Detroit Labs Java Apprenticeship program for Ford: a 12-week training that will teach you all the skills you need to become a Software Developer. Successful graduates of this program will have the opportunity to interview