From UX Debt to Strong Teams: Building Better Projects Together

18:30 Enjoy delicious food and drinks sponsored by QAware

19:15 Warm welcome from Shevelopers & QAware

19:20 UX Debt: Developer Borrow While Users Pay
by Veronika Schwarz
This talk highlights the often-overlooked concept of UX Debt—what happens when development decisions prioritize deadlines or technical solutions over user experience. While technical debt is well-understood, UX Debt remains underexplored, even though it can significantly impact user satisfaction.
We’ll explore how technical debt can inherently lead to UX Debt and why even technically flawless software may still fail to meet user needs when it doesn’t align with actual workflows or expectations. Using insights from a large industry case study, I’ll introduce different types of UX Debt and how they relate to technical debt.
You’ll also learn practical strategies to identify and manage UX Debt, including tools like user surveys and usability tests, and how to extend project assessments beyond technical metrics to focus on the user experience. This talk aims to raise awareness of UX Debt as a key aspect of building products that combine technical excellence with convincing usability.

20:10 Successful projects build on strong teams: Insights from QAware's agile practices
by Ildikó Tárkányi and Silke Tautorat
What makes a project successful, and how can teams effectively contribute to this success? In this talk, we explore the key aspects of project structures and team dynamics that drive outstanding results. Starting with the fundamentals — what defines a project and its success dimensions — we will outline the roles and responsibilities within a project, from team members to project leads.
Drawing on proven practices from QAware, we'll dive into how "planned agility" enables us to deliver value while staying adaptable. You'll learn how clear role definitions, strong collaboration, and effective leadership align teams toward shared goals.
Sounds interesting? Join us to gain valuable insights into our project and team principles and practices.

20:40 Networking with drinks and music

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Speakers:

• Veronika Schwarz is a Software Architect.
• Ildikó Tárkányi is a Senior Software Developer, Project Manager, and Agile Learning Coach at QAware. She contributes to the design, development, testing, and operation of complex software systems. With her passion and commitment to high-quality standards, she helps teams tackle challenging problems successfully.
• Silke Tautorat is a Lead IT Project Manager and Agile Learning Coach with over 15 years of experience in agile software development. She has spent nearly 10 years at QAware, leading teams and driving impactful projects. As a Scrum Master and mentor, she is passionate about fostering collaboration, continuous improvement, and the professional growth of her colleagues.