Beyond the handbook
While our handbook outlines our core values of Craftsmanship, Teamwork, and Sustainability, culture is more than just a document or a set of rules. It's the living, breathing essence of how we work together every day.
This collection of articles represents our ongoing exploration of what makes Dwarves culture unique. Each piece captures thoughts, experiences, and principles that have emerged from our journey building a company where engineers thrive.
Latest from culture dir
- Your last work is what counts
- The culture test
- Life at Dwarves: Record and reward (culture sharing)
- Record and reward sharing at Dwarves
- #6 Come for the conversation, stay for the culture
- 📜 Culture Notes
- Manifesto
- Culture
- OGIF - Oh God it's friday
- ICY in 2024
- How R&D contributes to performance review
- Hoang Nguyen
- Hoang Anh
- OGIF
- Red flags
- Growth is our universal language
- Focus on delivery
- Are you helping?
- The inner circle
- Sharing knowledge
What you'll find here
The writings in this folder cover a range of topics:
- Decision making and leadership - How we distribute power, make choices, and handle responsibility
- Team dynamics - Building high-performing teams, providing constructive feedback, and fostering trust
- Work approach - Focusing on delivery, avoiding distractions, and maintaining sustainable pace
- Personal growth - Going beyond titles, avoiding burnout, and embracing continuous learning
- Company culture - Transparency, meritocracy, and creating an environment where innovation flourishes
Culture as a practice
Our culture isn't static. It evolves as we grow, learn, and adapt to changes in our industry and the world. These articles represent specific moments and perspectives along that journey.
We encourage everyone at Dwarves to contribute their thoughts and experiences. The best cultures are shaped by the collective wisdom and diverse perspectives of everyone involved.
Start exploring
Browse through these articles to gain deeper insights into how we think about work, collaboration, and building software together. Whether you're a new team member or have been with us for years, there's always something new to discover about what makes our culture special.
