Have you ever felt like your software project was doomed from the start, almost as if it were the plot of a bad movie? Well, if so, you're not alone. I've been through my share of nightmarish projects, but one in particular stands out. It involved shady characters, SWAT teams, and a project that was destined for disaster from the beginning. If you've ever felt like your software project was spiraling out of control, this story might make you feel a little better—or at least a little less alone.

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Chapter markers / timelinks:

(00:00) Introduction (01:40) Part 1: Red Flags (10:44) Part 2: Turning a Blind Eye (17:10) Part 3: S$!t Hits The Fan (24:15) Part 4: The Fallout (30:58) Episode Groove

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