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Transitioning From Developer To Management?

Posted by kdawson on from the first-don't-get-a-pointy-haircut dept.

An anonymous reader writes "After 15+ years as a code monkey, mostly doing back-end systems design / development, I was surprised by recent developments at my workplace that have resulted in my being transitioned into a dual architect / managerial role within the next few weeks. While I am somewhat confident at this point in my career in my experience and training for an architect-type position, I have serious concerns about being able to properly fulfill the role as manager. Aside from 'Become a manager in 2 days' type books, what resources would you recommend I look to for guidance in this transition?"

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  1. Word Processor by Grishnakh · · Score: 1, Flamebait

    In my opinion, your most important resource is your word processing program (hopefully OpenOffice). Using that, you can polish up your resume and find a better job doing what you're trained for and have experience in, instead of allowing yourself to be promoted until you fail.