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“Get the right people. Then no matter what all else you might do wrong after that, the people will save you. That's what management is all about.”

Quote by Tom DeMarco

Book:The deadline: a novel about project management

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The deadline: a novel about project management

This novel delves into the challenges and complexities faced by professionals in managing projects under tight deadlines, offering insights into the dynamics of team collaboration and the impact of time constraints on project outcomes. more

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Tom DeMarco, born on August 20, 1940, is a renowned software engineer with extensive experience and in-depth research in the field of software engineering, particularly in software project management, software development processes, and software quality. He co-authored 'The Mythical Man-Month' with Tim Lister, which has had a profound impact on the field of software engineering. more

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