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GitLab sets the standard for remote working

Engineering Manager
Current Employee
Has worked at GitLab for 1 year
July 9, 2019
5.0
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Pros

I have worked remotely for several years and worked at GitLab remotely for 1 month. I must say that GitLab is light years ahead of most companies when it comes to creating the most efficient remote work environment. I think the key to their success is using tools to support their remote needs. I have listed a few below:

Recruiting Remotely

  • Use Zoom for candidate interviews

Release Planning Remotely

  • Use GitLab to track and plan software releases

Agile Ceremonies

  • Use Automated Slack Bot to facilitate daily Stand Ups across remote time zones
  • Use GitLab to perform asynchronous Sprint Retrospectives

Meetings & Company Announcements

  • Use Zoom and YouTube for meetings & company announcements

Socializing Remotely

  • Use Zoom for informal Coffee Chats
  • Use Slack for various social channels
Cons

I have nothing to report.

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