Working in software development requires more than just coding skills - you need to communicate effectively with your team. This guide covers the everyday English you'll use in standups, sprint planning, code reviews, and team collaboration.
Daily Standup Meeting Vocabulary
Most development teams hold daily standups. Here's the vocabulary you need:
Common Standup Phrases
Practice these everyday expressions:
Agile and Scrum Terminology
These terms are essential for agile development environments:
Code Review Communication
Code reviews require diplomatic, professional communication. Learn these phrases:
Giving Feedback
Technical Review Terms
DevOps and Deployment Communication
Debugging and Problem-Solving Communication
Meeting Participation Phrases
Use these phrases in planning meetings and discussions:
Estimation and Planning Vocabulary
Common Mispronunciations by Spanish Speakers
| Word | Wrong | Correct |
|---|---|---|
| agile | /ˈɑːxil/ | /ˈædʒaɪl/ (AJ-ile) |
| scrum | /eskrum/ | /skrʌm/ (no 'e' before 's') |
| debug | /deˈbug/ | /diːˈbʌɡ/ (dee-BUG) |
| merge | /merdʒe/ | /mɜːrdʒ/ (one syllable) |
| deploy | /deˈploi/ | /dɪˈplɔɪ/ (di-PLOY) |
| environment | /enˈbaironment/ | /ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/ |
Professional Email and Slack Phrases
Written communication is also crucial. Practice saying these phrases you'll often write:
Remember: Technical skills get you the interview, but communication skills help you succeed on the team. Practice these phrases until they feel natural!