Explore essential building blocks for improving critical thinking and decision-making in software development through this conference talk from NDC Porto 2023. Learn how to identify assumptions, evaluate options objectively, and assess risk when tackling complex problems in technology. Discover actionable tactics to strengthen decision-making processes, break through biases, and enhance communication for impactful choices in the ever-changing tech landscape. Apply these insights to avoid unmaintainable projects and consciously structure thoughts when making architectural and technological decisions.