Summary:
In the process of software development, we often encounter some unimaginable or even nonsensical requirements put forward by Party A or customers. This article will explore how to deal with these unreasonable demands and provide solutions to ensure the smooth progress of the project.
introduction:
As developers, we are often faced with various requirements, some are simple and clear, while others make people have to ask: "Is this really a requirement?" Whether it is the impulse of the party A or the lack of clear goals We all need to learn to deal with these unreasonable demands. In this article, I share my personal experience on how to stay calm and find solutions when faced with unreasonable demands.
1. Understand the goals behind the requirements
When faced with a seemingly unreasonable demand, our first step should be to gain a deeper understanding of the underlying goals. Sometimes the requirements put forward by Party A are not what they really need, but a way of the problem they are trying to solve. By proactively communicating with Party A, we can better understand their real needs and provide better solutions.
2. Ask questions and seek reasonable explanations
We cannot just blindly accept or reject unreasonable demands. Instead, we should proactively ask questions and seek reasonable explanations. Through in-depth discussions with Party A, we can help them express their needs more clearly and find the best solution. Sometimes, the demand put forward by Party A may be just a misunderstanding. Through rational communication, we can correct this misunderstanding and save time and resources.
3. Provide alternatives
If an unreasonable need cannot be fully explained and understood, we can try to provide an alternative. By communicating with Party A and understanding their core problems, we can provide a more reasonable solution to meet their needs. When offering alternatives, we should ensure full communication with Party A, explaining the advantages and disadvantages of the solution, as well as the impact on the project. This can make it easier for Party A to accept the new solution and understand why it might be a better choice.
4. Guide Party A’s thinking
Sometimes, the unreasonable demand put forward by Party A may be because they have not fully considered the consequences or are limited to their own understanding. In this case, we can try to guide Party A’s thinking and help them rethink their needs and find more reasonable solutions by asking some key questions. By guiding their thinking, we can help Party A to understand more clearly what they really need.
5. Adhere to technical principles and best practices
When faced with an unreasonable demand, we cannot easily compromise because of Party A's request. As developers, we should adhere to technical principles and best practices, and provide professional advice to Party A. Whether it's from a security, performance, or maintainability perspective, we should explain to Party A why we made a certain decision and help them understand why it's a better choice.