A few months ago, I left my previous company and joined Shenzhen JLC Technology Group as an EDA engineer. However, I soon realized that I was struggling to adapt to my new team.
Why? For the first time, I truly understood the importance of proper communication and meaningful conversation.
In my previous team, communication was rarely an issue, eveyone could easily understand each other’s iead or others, and conversions were clear and to the point. But in my current team, I’ve noticed that communicating with some colleagues can be quite challenging. They often fail to focus on the key points, and as a result, a lot of unnecessary or irrelevant information gets passed around.
This experience made me reflect deeply on the true meaning of effective communication. It’s not just about talking—it’s about understanding, clarity, and purpose.
The Useful information
In developemnt, we often encounter issues where the person reponsible for thea relevant code or feature isn’t us. When seeking help from the right person, it’s crucial to focus on the specific information needed to solve the problem, rather than diving into the full context.
Why? Because the complete context often doesn’t provide any practical value for the issue at hand. Overloading the conversation with unnecessary details can make it harder for the other person to understand your needs. In fact, too much irrelevant information can be more distracting than helpful—sometimes, it’s easier to figure things out on your own than to sift through a flood of unrelated context.
Effective communication means delivering concise, targeted information that helps both parties stay focused and productive.
Avoiding Argumentative Communication
Communication is a two-way process, and it often involves differing perspectives. For example, when describing a feature or functionality, it’s important to focus on practical, real-world scenarios rather than fabricating hypothetical edge cases just for the sake of argument.
In software engineering, we value the principle of Occam’s Razor—favoring simplicity and clarity over unnecessary complexity. Engaging in argumentative communication by introducing irrelevant or unlikely scenarios not only wastes time but also derails the conversation. Instead, focus on constructive discussions that drive the project forward.
At this point, I’ve grown tired of trying to teach or expect my colleagues to learn the art of proper communication. All I can do now is maintain the bare minimum level of tolerance and move forward.
Thank you for listening to my ramblings.