John Sly
Applications Systems Analysis and Programming Manager
Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
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I am a software developer and data engineer specializing in large-scale ETL systems and healthcare data integration. With over a decade of experience in PHP, PostgreSQL, and enterprise data workflows, I bridge legacy architectures with modern, automated solutions that improve reliability and transparency. My talks focus on practical engineering—what really works when moving complex data at scale and finally delivering something impactful at the end.
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Building a Productive and Happy Team: From Clear Communication to Consistent Action
Productivity and happiness aren’t opposites—they’re built from the same foundation: trust, clarity, and follow-through. In this talk, John Sly explores how great teams grow not just through technical excellence, but through consistent human practices that make collaboration enjoyable and sustainable.
We’ll start with communication—how to make it clear, respectful, and actionable—then move into tools that enhance teamwork instead of hindering it. Finally, we’ll focus on how actions back up words: how leaders and peers can model the behaviors that create accountability and trust.
You’ll leave with practical strategies to reduce friction, improve alignment, and strengthen your team’s sense of shared purpose—whether you manage others or simply want to make your team a better place to work.
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