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What are Application Development OKRs?
The OKR acronym stands for Objectives and Key Results. It's a goal-setting framework that was introduced at Intel by Andy Grove in the 70s, and it became popular after John Doerr introduced it to Google in the 90s. OKRs helps teams has a shared language to set ambitious goals and track progress towards them.
Formulating strong OKRs can be a complex endeavor, particularly for first-timers. Prioritizing outcomes over projects is crucial when developing your plans.
To aid you in setting your goals, we have compiled a collection of OKR examples customized for Application Development. Take a look at the templates below for inspiration and guidance.
If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.
The best tools for writing perfect Application Development OKRs
Here are 2 tools that can help you draft your OKRs in no time.
Tability AI: to generate OKRs based on a prompt
Tability AI allows you to describe your goals in a prompt, and generate a fully editable OKR template in seconds.
- 1. Create a Tability account
- 2. Click on the Generate goals using AI
- 3. Describe your goals in a prompt
- 4. Get your fully editable OKR template
- 5. Publish to start tracking progress and get automated OKR dashboards
Watch the video below to see it in action 👇
Tability Feedback: to improve existing OKRs
You can use Tability's AI feedback to improve your OKRs if you already have existing goals.
- 1. Create your Tability account
- 2. Add your existing OKRs (you can import them from a spreadsheet)
- 3. Click on Generate analysis
- 4. Review the suggestions and decide to accept or dismiss them
- 5. Publish to start tracking progress and get automated OKR dashboards
Tability will scan your OKRs and offer different suggestions to improve them. This can range from a small rewrite of a statement to make it clearer to a complete rewrite of the entire OKR.
Application Development OKRs examples
You will find in the next section many different Application Development Objectives and Key Results. We've included strategic initiatives in our templates to give you a better idea of the different between the key results (how we measure progress), and the initiatives (what we do to achieve the results).
Hope you'll find this helpful!
OKRs to attain proficiency in React and develop a medium-level application
ObjectiveAttain proficiency in React and develop a medium-level application
KRImplement, test, and successfully launch a medium-level application using React
Successfully launch the application on desired platform- Carry out rigorous application testing for functionality and bugs
- Develop the application using React framework
- KRBuild a functional React prototype for a basic application, incorporating key learned concepts
- Create an application design blueprint with React concepts integrated
- Code the React prototype based on the blueprint
- Test and refine the prototype for functionality
- KRComplete an online React course with a minimum score of 85%
- Take all course assessments to achieve minimum 85% score
- Dedicate daily hours to study the course material
- Enroll in an online React course of choice
OKRs to design and launch a production unit application
- ObjectiveDesign and launch a production unit application
- KRIdentify and document production unit needs and specifications by end of Week 4
- Conduct interviews with production unit teams
- Analyze and list unit needs and specifications
- Compile and finalize documentation by Week 4
- KRDesign, develop, and test the application prototype for functionality by Week 8
- Develop the proposed prototype based on the design
- Conduct thorough functionality tests on the prototype
- Create detailed design for application prototype
- KRSuccessfully deploy the new application in the production unit by Week 12
- Finalize application development and perform thorough testing by Week 9
- Complete user training for new application usage by Week 10
- Schedule and execute application deployment in the production unit for Week 12
OKRs to develop an AI application
- ObjectiveDevelop an AI application
- KRImprove accuracy by achieving an average precision rate of at least 90% on test data
- KRIncrease adoption by acquiring at least 1000 active users within the target market segment
- Implement targeted social media advertising campaigns and track user acquisition metrics
- Offer exclusive promotions and incentives to current users for referring new users
- Collaborate with influential industry bloggers and request product reviews and endorsements
- Conduct market research to identify untapped customer needs and optimize product offering
- KREnhance performance by reducing AI response time to under 500 milliseconds for real-time processing
- Optimize algorithms and models to reduce AI response time below 500 milliseconds
- Utilize distributed computing to parallelize AI tasks and accelerate real-time processing
- Continuously monitor and fine-tune system parameters to achieve optimal performance benchmarks
- Improve hardware infrastructure to support faster processing and minimize latency
- KRIncrease user engagement by implementing a user-friendly interface with intuitive navigation
- Collaborate with UX designers to create wireframes and prototypes for the new user-friendly interface
- Conduct usability testing to gather feedback on the intuitiveness of the new interface design
- Implement the finalized user-friendly interface with intuitive navigation based on user feedback
- Conduct user research to identify pain points and areas for improvement in current interface
OKRs to certify in development using JTA, Blueprint, Item writing & peer reviews
- ObjectiveCertify in development using JTA, Blueprint, Item writing & peer reviews
- KRScore above 85% in 3 JTA application-related mock tests to ensure understanding
- Complete practice mock tests for review and correction
- Study all relevant JTA application-related materials
- Achieve 85% or higher in 3 official JTA mock tests
- KRDevelop and review 10 unique development items using Blueprint per week
- Create and structure these items using Blueprint
- List potential topics for 10 unique development items
- Review and edit each item weekly
- KRParticipate in 2 peer reviews per month to enhance Blueprint, item writing proficiency
- Constructively critique and edit peers' blueprints
- Volunteer for two peer review sessions
- Attend all scheduled blueprint item writing workshops
OKRs to achieve proficiency as a middle level java developer
- ObjectiveAchieve proficiency as a middle level java developer
- KRSuccessfully finish 2+ programming projects utilizing complex Java frameworks
- Dedicate time each day to coding and project progress
- Continuously test and debug until projects are completed
- Select two projects utilizing complex Java frameworks
- KRGet certified as a Sun Certified Java Programmer
- Study and complete any prerequisite coursework or training
- Research requirements for Sun Certified Java Programmer certification
- Register and pass the certification exam
- KRComplete 3 advanced Java courses with a score of 85% or higher
- Dedicate time daily to studying course material
- Aim to achieve at least 85% on all tests/assignments
- Research and enroll in 3 advanced Java courses
OKRs to gain comprehensive knowledge of the TTB submission process
- ObjectiveGain comprehensive knowledge of the TTB submission process
- KRComplete at least three TTB-specific training courses with 90%+ accuracy
- Identify three relevant TTB-specific training courses
- Schedule and complete each training course
- Achieve a 90%+ score on each course assessment
- KRHandle and successfully submit two real-life TTB applications
- Gather all necessary documents for TTB applications
- Submit completed TTB applications by deadlines
- Fill out the TTB applications accurately
- KRCompile a detailed guide with step-by-step instructions on TTB submissions
- Proofread and finalize guide for comprehension
- Organize details into clear, sequential steps
- Research thorough information about TTB submissions process
OKRs to launch a fully functional React Native application
- ObjectiveLaunch a fully functional React Native application
- KRPublish the application on relevant platforms (e.g., App Store, Google Play) and achieve a high user rating and positive feedback
- KRImplement necessary features and functionalities such as authentication, data storage, and push notifications
- Set up a secure and scalable data storage solution for storing user data
- Research and choose an authentication method suitable for the project requirements
- Test and validate all implemented features and ensure smooth functionality before deployment
- Integrate push notification service to deliver real-time updates and improve user engagement
- KRConduct thorough and successful testing to ensure the application is robust and bug-free
- Collaborate with developers to resolve bugs promptly and retest fixed components
- Create a comprehensive test plan with clear objectives and test cases
- Conduct regression testing to ensure stability and functionality after bug fixes
- Execute test cases meticulously and document any bugs or issues discovered
- KRDevelop and deliver a user-friendly and visually appealing interface for the application
- Conduct user testing to ensure the interface is intuitive and visually appealing
- Conduct user research to identify design preferences and pain points
- Collaborate with UX/UI designers to refine and enhance the visual elements
- Create wireframes and prototypes to visualize the interface design
OKRs to develop and launch the MVP for a real estate application
- ObjectiveDevelop and launch the MVP for a real estate application
- KRSuccessfully execute MVP beta testing with at least 100 potential end-users
- Develop a detailed, user-friendly feedback mechanism for beta testers
- Monitor feedback and data to revise and improve the MVP accordingly
- Identify and onboard at least 100 potential end-users for beta testing
- KRFinalize MVP features and design following user requirements by analyzing market needs
- KRComplete the development of the application's MVP with essential functionalities
- Assign development tasks to the team
- Outline the MVP's essential features and functionality
- Conduct rigorous testing and debugging
OKRs to enhance application design by solution architect review
- ObjectiveEnhance application design by solution architect review
- KRConduct in-depth analysis of current application design flaws
- Analyze identified flaws and their impacts on user experience
- Identify potential areas of improvement in the application design
- Develop a plan to address and fix noted design flaws
- KRCollaborate with development team to propose and implement design improvements
- Draft proposed design improvements for team review
- Oversee implementation of agreed-upon design changes
- Organize meeting with development team to discuss design enhancements
- KRTrack and evaluate impact of design changes on overall system performance
- Analyze and document performance variations tied to design changes
- Monitor system performance before and after design changes implementation
- Run system testing for evaluating design modifications' effectiveness
OKRs to master JavaScript fundamentals and apply them in real-life coding projects
- ObjectiveMaster JavaScript fundamentals and apply them in real-life coding projects
- KRParticipate in at least one coding challenge or competition focused on JavaScript
- KRComplete online JavaScript course with a score of 90% or higher
- Regularly practice writing JavaScript code and complete coding exercises provided in the course
- Enroll in the online JavaScript course and familiarize yourself with the curriculum
- Set aside dedicated study time each day to consistently work through the course materials
- Take the practice quizzes and review any areas of weakness to ensure understanding
- KRDevelop and deploy a functional JavaScript application independently
- Identify user requirements and define the scope of the JavaScript application
- Deploy the JavaScript application on the desired platform and perform final testing
- Write and test the JavaScript code to ensure the application's functionality
- Design and prototype the application's user interface and functionality
- KRContribute to an open-source JavaScript project by submitting at least two pull requests
- Fork the project repository and branch off to make changes for the pull requests
- Submit the pull requests with clear documentation and thorough explanation of the changes
- Find an open-source JavaScript project on platforms like GitHub or GitLab
- Identify two areas for improvement or new features in the chosen project
Application Development OKR best practices
Generally speaking, your objectives should be ambitious yet achievable, and your key results should be measurable and time-bound (using the SMART framework can be helpful). It is also recommended to list strategic initiatives under your key results, as it'll help you avoid the common mistake of listing projects in your KRs.
Here are a couple of best practices extracted from our OKR implementation guide 👇
Tip #1: Limit the number of key results
Having too many OKRs is the #1 mistake that teams make when adopting the framework. The problem with tracking too many competing goals is that it will be hard for your team to know what really matters.
We recommend having 3-4 objectives, and 3-4 key results per objective. A platform like Tability can run audits on your data to help you identify the plans that have too many goals.
Tip #2: Commit to weekly OKR check-ins
Setting good goals can be challenging, but without regular check-ins, your team will struggle to make progress. We recommend that you track your OKRs weekly to get the full benefits from the framework.
Being able to see trends for your key results will also keep yourself honest.
Tip #3: No more than 2 yellow statuses in a row
Yes, this is another tip for goal-tracking instead of goal-setting (but you'll get plenty of OKR examples above). But, once you have your goals defined, it will be your ability to keep the right sense of urgency that will make the difference.
As a rule of thumb, it's best to avoid having more than 2 yellow/at risk statuses in a row.
Make a call on the 3rd update. You should be either back on track, or off track. This sounds harsh but it's the best way to signal risks early enough to fix things.
Save hours with automated OKR dashboards
Your quarterly OKRs should be tracked weekly if you want to get all the benefits of the OKRs framework. Reviewing progress periodically has several advantages:
- It brings the goals back to the top of the mind
- It will highlight poorly set OKRs
- It will surface execution risks
- It improves transparency and accountability
We recommend using a spreadsheet for your first OKRs cycle. You'll need to get familiar with the scoring and tracking first. Then, you can scale your OKRs process by using Tability to save time with automated OKR dashboards, data connectors, and actionable insights.
How to get Tability dashboards:
- 1. Create a Tability account
- 2. Use the importers to add your OKRs (works with any spreadsheet or doc)
- 3. Publish your OKR plan
That's it! Tability will instantly get access to 10+ dashboards to monitor progress, visualise trends, and identify risks early.
More Application Development OKR templates
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