Scott Howard
Scott is a Senior DevOps Engineer with Liatrio, focusing on expediting world-class software delivery for enterprises by building advanced DevOps platforms powered by open source, while coaching engineering and business teams along the way. With over a decade of experience in tech, Scott has worked as a consultant across a range of industries including Education, FinTech, Retail, Aviation, Life Sciences, and Healthcare, helping organizations modernize their software delivery practices. Prior to consulting, he worked in the defense industry, developing applications for Naval missile and automated vehicle defense systems. Scott holds a BS and MS in Computer Science from Rowan University, and when he's not building pipelines, he can be found reading Stephen King, playing guitar, or kayaking the rivers of southern New Jersey where he resides with his wife, dog, and three cats.
Session
In the race to deliver software, bigger often feels better—but it comes at a cost. This talk champions Small Batch Delivery, a practice that streamlines development by shrinking the size of changes we ship. You’ll discover how small pull requests reduce risk, improve code quality, and keep teams in a state of flow. We'll dive into the ripple effects of bloated PRs, the psychology behind fast reviews, and why this isn't just a dev tactic—it's a cultural mindset shift. If you're ready to ship faster with less stress, it's time to think small.