[madhadron]

If you're going to read the Phoenix Project, skip it and go back to Goldratt's 'The Goal'. And take it with a grain of salt.

[gonehome]

The Phoenix project was inspired in part by the goal - I think it's still good and the software focus makes it more fun to read if you're in software.

[madhadron]

Sure, just don't expect it to apply in reality.

[gonehome]

It definitely does - nothing is perfect, but the core ideas of version control for config, continuous deployment, automated testing, focusing on bottlenecks, and tracking data are all valid.

The dev ops handbook is a good compliment for real world examples. I’ve personally seen good dev ops turn things around and make products way better.

[craigkilgo]

I read Phoenix Project first and then The Goal. I enjoyed both and I think that's the best order.