Explore common cognitive biases in software development teams and learn strategies to overcome misconceptions in this insightful conference talk. Delve into the Cognitive Bias Codex, examining biases such as anchoring, confirmation bias, availability bias, framing, and fixation. Analyze real-world examples, including the United Airlines Flight 173 incident, to understand the impact of cognitive biases. Investigate the "Not Invented Here" syndrome, extrinsic motivation, and the Dunning-Kruger effect. Discover how these biases affect decision-making, problem-solving, and team dynamics in software development. Gain practical insights on recognizing and mitigating cognitive biases to improve team performance and project outcomes.