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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?"

4 of 541 comments (clear)

  1. Re:Recommend by no_pets · · Score: 5, Funny

    I agree.
    A good manager = a good buffer.

    If you have buffer overflow there will be a heap of unwanted behavior from your employees.

    --
    "A government is a body of people, usually notably ungoverned." - Shepard Book Quoting Malcolm Reynolds
  2. Re:Management is realtively simple by Pseudonym · · Score: 5, Funny

    You've clearly got no idea how to be a manager. Let me translate that for you...

    1. Treat others as you would expect to be treated

    Be people-smart with a view to enhancing workplace synergy.

    Never assume that anyone has nothing to add to a conversation

    Respect the value of human capital. Gift a space for discussants to talk through their concerns and add value to the dialogue.

    Keep your shit together; be organized.

    Work smarter, and keep on top of your key performance indicators.

    Realize that even if you follow the above rules there will be politics and CYA that will make you miserable from time to time.

    Prepare for, and manage, corporate disconnects.

    There, now you're ready to be a manager!

    --
    sub f{($f)=@_;print"$f(q{$f});";}f(q{sub f{($f)=@_;print"$f(q{$f});";}f});
  3. Re:Management is realtively simple by sasdrtx · · Score: 5, Funny

    I just threw up. Happy now?

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    Most people don't even think inside the box.
  4. Re:Management is realtively simple by Pseudonym · · Score: 5, Funny

    I'm pleased the concept resonated with you.

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    sub f{($f)=@_;print"$f(q{$f});";}f(q{sub f{($f)=@_;print"$f(q{$f});";}f});