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Asking Questions

  1. Learn Asking Questions with the Practica AI Coach

    The Practica AI Coach helps you improve in Asking Questions by using your current work challenges as opportunities to improve. The AI Coach will ask you questions, instruct you on concepts and tactics, and give you feedback as you make progress.

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      Asking Questions the Right Way

      Vadim Kravcenko, Co-Founder / CTO, Mindnow

      In software engineering, asking the right questions is vital for project success. This process requires knowledge of the technical issues at hand, understanding of project dynamics, and the ability to navigate them. Before posing a question, conduct thorough research and break down of the problem, and don't limit your vision with preconceived solutions. Asking “stupid” questions is necessary to foster a learning environment. Recognizing the right person to address a query and the appropriate medium to use, based on the query nature, is crucial. In digital communication, be direct and respectful of the respondent’s time. You can also get clearer responses with careful formulation of a question, possibly using the rubber duck method. Finally, share your newfound knowledge with your team or community, to benefit others and reinforcing their understanding.