Book Club with Diana Montalion: A Conversation on Learning Systems Thinking

In a world increasingly defined by software complexity, interconnectivity, and unintended consequences, how can we better understand the systems we shape—and that shape us? As practitioners, leaders, and knowledge workers, we are moving beyond linear problem-solving into the world of systems thinking.

Join us for this discussion with the author of Learning Systems Thinking, This book is not just about systems theory; it’s about learning how to think differently, make more impactful decisions, and architect the patterns, structures, and feedback loops that software needs to become a healthy system.

We'll explore how systems thinking can change how we lead teams, design software, influence organizations, and navigate social challenges. Approaches to embracing uncertainty, avoiding the blame game, and developing responses when everyone else is reacting are sure to be mentioned.

Whether you're new to systems thinking or already struggling with these challenges, this session will help you rethink how you think about software development.

About the Author:
Diana Montalion has 18+ years of experience delivering initiatives, independently or as part of a professional services group, to clients including Stanford, The Gates Foundation, and Teach For All. She is co-founder of Mentrix Group, a consultancy providing enterprise systems architecture, technology strategy, team leadership, and systems development. She also teaches courses on writing as thinking. She is the author of the O'Reilly book “Learning Systems Thinking: Essential Non-linear Skills and Practices for Software Professionals".

About the Organizer
Apiumhub is a software development hub that builds goal-driven working software. Apiumhub helps software engineers enjoy their work by improving their estimation, development, QA, automation, and delivery practices. Also, Apiumhub is the organizer of the Global Software Architecture Summit.

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