Systems Thinking by combining Team Topologies with Context Maps
summary
Combines Team Topologies’ four team types and interaction modes with Context Maps’ nine relationship patterns to make specific tradeoffs visible: use open host service vs conformist to see where an API creates upstream power, prefer anti-corruption layer to reduce coupling, and flag shared kernel + mutual dependency as a high-risk anti-pattern that blocks stream-aligned autonomy. Recommends start with Team Topologies for communication, then use Context Maps (GitHub DDD-crew, Miro starter kits) to visualize model propagation, governance, team dependencies and guide re‑teaming decisions.
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chapters (7)
- 0:00Introduction and setup
- 4:02Maximizing value with autonomy
- 11:10Team Topologies explained
- 20:20Context Maps deep dive
- 28:01Combining both approaches
- 41:13Systems thinking summary
- 43:42Q&A and closing
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