The project crashed. The server melted. The launch flopped. Whatever the failure, the worst thing you can do is sweep it under the rug. That's where the post-mortem comes in. Also known as a retrospective or after-action review, a post-mortem is a structured process to analyze what went wrong (and right!) after a project, incident, or release.
Think of it as a detective novel where the crime has already happened. Instead of assigning blame, the focus is on uncovering the root causes, identifying contributing factors, and creating actionable steps to prevent similar issues in the future. A good post-mortem fosters a culture of learning, improvement, and transparency. It's about making your team smarter and stronger, one lesson at a time. So, embrace the post-mortem - it's your secret weapon for avoiding future disasters!
