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Gene Kim
The Phoenix Project
The Phoenix Project
3 books
Ongoing series
About this series
The Phoenix Project series explores the challenges of IT operations and business transformation. It uses a fictional narrative to illustrate principles of DevOps and lean management, offering insights into improving efficiency and collaboration within technology organizations.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the recommended reading order for The Phoenix Project series?
The recommended reading order is to start with "The Phoenix Project" and then proceed to "The Unicorn Project." While they share a universe, "The Unicorn Project" focuses on a different protagonist and can be understood even if read out of order, though the full context is richer when read sequentially.
Are there other books by the authors related to The Phoenix Project series?
Gene Kim, Kevin Behr, and George Spafford have also co-authored "The DevOps Handbook," which expands on the principles introduced in "The Phoenix Project" in a non-fiction format. Additionally, Gene Kim has written "Accelerate" with Nicole Forsgren and Jez Humble, which further explores high-performing technology organizations.
Does The Phoenix Project series have a shared universe or recurring characters?
The series shares a common organizational setting and explores similar themes within the same fictional company, Parts Unlimited. While "The Unicorn Project" introduces a new main character, some characters from "The Phoenix Project" do reappear, providing continuity and showing the impact of the changes from different perspectives.
Is The Phoenix Project a novel or a textbook?
The Phoenix Project is a business novel. It uses a fictional story to illustrate principles of IT and business management.