The article discusses the challenges of performance reviews in corporate life, particularly for software engineers, and introduces a solution called "whatdidido," an open-source CLI tool designed to streamline the process. This tool automates the summarization of work from ticketing systems, allowing engineers to focus more on providing valuable feedback rather than sifting through documentation. The author emphasizes that while technology can aid in the review process, human judgment and empathy remain essential.
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