Aliza Carpio (Director of Product Management Data Platform at JLL Technologies) discusses with Etienne open source communities, codes of conduct, and the relationship between product management and engineering. She emphasizes the importance of open source as a team sport and the benefits of collaboration and problem-solving in the open source community. Aliza also highlights the value of open source for businesses, including cost savings and access to tried and true solutions. She emphasizes the need for clear communication and inclusive documentation in open source projects, as well as the importance of psychological safety in remote work environments. In this conversation, Aliza and Etienne discuss the importance of communication and collaboration between product managers and engineers as well as emphasizing the need for product managers to understand the 'why' behind their products and for engineers to understand the customer problem. They also highlight the value of experimentation and failure in the product development process. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the potential impact of language models like ChatGPT on communication and trust. Time Stamps 00:00 - Introduction and Overview 00:40 - Aliza’s Background and Role in Product Management 06:47 - The Value of Open Source for Businesses 13:31 - Creating Safety and Inclusivity in Open Source Communities 25:11 - The Importance of Reflection and Intentional Connection 29:38 - Invitation to Join 7CTOs Growth Program 31:20 - The Importance of Understanding the 'Why' in Product Management 36:08 - The Role of Engineers in Understanding the Customer Problem 39:46 - The Value of Experimentation and Failure in Product Development 44:32 - Creating a Culture of Experimentation and Discovery 51:53 - The Potential Impact of Language Models on Communication and Trust 58:55 - Effective Communication and Collaboration in Product Development We have 200+ CTOs in peer groups: Quick Testimonials Video Contact Etienne: Website / YouTube / LinkedIn / X / Instagram / The CTO Podcast WebsiteContact Aliza: Website /LinkedIn Get full access to The CTO Podcast at www.ctopod.com/subscribe