Cognitive Biases in Software Development

Explore common cognitive biases in software development teams and learn strategies to overcome misconceptions in this insightful conference talk. Delve into the Cognitive Bias Codex, examining biases such as anchoring, availability bias, and the "Not Invented Here" syndrome. Discover how these mental shortcuts can impact system design, decision-making, and team dynamics. Gain valuable insights on recognizing and mitigating biases like overconfidence, the Dunning-Kruger effect, and sunk cost fallacy. Learn practical techniques to improve problem-solving, enhance team collaboration, and make more informed decisions in software development projects.

Introduction
Cognitive Bias Codex
Too much information
Anchoring
Anchoring example
System designers
Availability bias
Plane crash story
Not enough meaning
Not Invented Here
Extrinsic Incentives
Backfire Effect
hindsight bias
kickoff deck
Black Swan
Act fast
Overconfidence bias
Dunning Kruger effect
Overconfidence
Appeal to novelty
Sun cost fallacy
Negative bias
Conclusion