S04E11 Fostering a Learning Environment

Andre Carlucci, CTO at Lepaya, talks about his career history and his views on culture and creating a learning environment in tech teams. 

The Guest:

Andre Carlucci co-founded and was the CTO of Way2 Technology for 15 years. He has also been a Microsoft most valuable professional for almost a decade and he is still part of the Microsoft Director Program. Currently, he works as the CTO for Lepaya, a leading learning and development platform delivering personalised employee training experiences. 

Fostering a Learning Environment in Tech Teams:

In the fast-evolving world of technology, continuous learning isn’t just an advantage—it’s a necessity. In a recent episode of The Story of Software podcast, Andre Carlucci, CTO of Lepaya, shared his insights on building a strong learning culture within tech teams. Drawing from his experience leading engineering teams across startups, large enterprises, and consulting firms, Andre highlighted the importance of creating an environment where knowledge-sharing, upskilling, and adaptability are embedded in the company’s DNA.

From pair programming and coding dojos to structured mentorship and company-wide alignment on learning objectives, fostering a culture of learning drives both individual and business success. But what are the key ingredients to making this work? 

Some highlights of this episode include:

• The Value of Pair Programming in Knowledge Sharing and Collaboration
• The Role of Engineering Alignment Meetings in Team Growth
• Why a Product Mindset is Essential for Developers
• Tracking and Measuring Learning to Align with Business Goals
• How Company Culture Shapes a Strong Learning Environment

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