Retro JS 2014 10 06(Recap) - LoganArnett/TIY-Assignments GitHub Wiki

What would we like to continue doing?

  • HipChat is great for evening and weekend collaboration
  • Brainstorming sessions on the whiteboard
  • Individual pairing and customized homework
  • Team building without code building
  • Help up your team!
  • Review one another's code and emulate good practices, like commenting

What should we improve?

  • Round table to facilitate idea sharing and collaboration
  • More review of previous assignments
  • Summary reviews
  • Feedback on homework assignments
  • Peer reviews before a set day and time, Done by Saturday

Did we meet our goals and why?

  • Learn Javascript(at least some basic syntax)
  • Everyone done with all assignments by Monday 10/6
    • Peer review every assignment
    • Open PR's for every assignment
    • Complete all checkboxes for every assignment
  • Take breaks. && Sleep...sometimes

Answer: No

  • Deadlines are helpful, will push us to complete and help others who need help
  • Don't be afraid to ask for help
  • Create a to do list that will help you the most
  • More direct peer reviews