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Possawat Sanorkam
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What diagram should I know as a software engineer? Part 2

Here are a few types of diagrams that are commonly used in software development management:

Gantt charts

Gantt Chart: Definition, Benefits, and How It’s Used

A Gantt chart is a visual representation of a project schedule, showing the start and finish date of several elements of a project.

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Gantt charts are used to visually represent the timeline and dependencies of tasks in a project. They can be used to track progress, identify bottlenecks, and plan resources.

Kanban boards

What Is a Kanban Board? A Comprehensive Guide.

Uncover the power of Kanban boards to visualize, manage, and optimize your workflow. This comprehensive guide will empower you to create effective Kanban boards, track progress, and achieve peak productivity.

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Kanban boards are used to visualize the workflow of a project and the status of tasks. They can be used to track the movement of tasks through different stages of development and to identify bottlenecks in the process.

Project roadmap

Project Roadmap: What Is It & How To Create One To Manage Stakeholder Expectations?

A project roadmap is a high-level, visual overview of a project that helps kick off a project and manage stakeholder expectations. Learn how to create one.

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A project roadmap is a high-level visual representation of the goals, milestones, and deliverables of a project. It can be used to communicate the overall direction and progress of a project to stakeholders.

Swimlane diagrams

Swimlane diagrams show the flow of tasks or activities within a project, often used to model the workflow of a project and to identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies.

Value stream maps

Value stream maps show the flow of value through a process, often used to identify and eliminate waste in a process and to improve efficiency.

Surprise! This article is written by ChatGPT! I added some useful links to further read more about these diagrams.

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