CI Optimization: Built-In Flags You're Probably Not Using [🚨RSVP on LUMA🚨]

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Are long CI times hindering your development workflow?
Many teams mistakenly believe that enhancing CI performance necessitates new infrastructure, costly tools, or drastic workflow changes. However, the truth is that the tools you already use often have built-in flags that can dramatically cut down CI time but are frequently overlooked.

In this insightful session, Emily Xiong, a Software Developer at StackAdapt, will demonstrate how simple configuration tweaks in your common JavaScript tools can lead to notable reductions in CI speed, quicker feedback loops, and an overall improved developer experience.

The core message is clear: You can significantly reduce CI time without investing in new infrastructure or making complex changes!
Many JavaScript tools come equipped with flags for caching, concurrency, and smarter execution. The challenge lies not in availability but in awareness and proper setup within CI environments.

Emily will guide you through practical examples utilizing tools that many teams are already familiar with, including:

• ESLint
• Jest
• Playwright
• Next.js

If you deal with large codebases, monorepos, or pipelines that feel sluggish, this talk will reveal how small changes in your existing tools can lead to substantial improvements.

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About the Speaker

Emily Xiong is a seasoned software engineer with over 10 years of experience in building and scaling products in enterprise settings. Having navigated the industry's ups and downs, including layoffs, she has developed a strong resilience and a commitment to continuous growth. Emily has a particular passion for enhancing developer experience, tackling challenges posed by large monorepos and more.