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Think Like a Software Engineering Manager
Unlock your full potential as an effective, efficient, and inspiring leader, and be the software engineering manager that your team deserves!
Most development teams are only as good as their leader. In this practical guide, you’ll explore all aspects of the software engineering manager’s job, from operational practices to the core skills of handling humans.
Think Like a Software Engineering Manager is full of all the skills you’ll need to thrive in software leadership,
People and performance management Empathy and feedback Delegation and learning to let go Hiring amazing engineers and handling attrition Collaborating with cross-functional partners Managing expectations at all levels Implementing engineering and operational excellence Time and organizational change management
Experienced team leader Akanksha Gupta helps you explore whether software engineering management is the right move for your career, guides you through preparing for the position, and gives you all the tools you need to thrive in the role. Thought-provoking exercises help you apply what you learn to your daily professional life, and prepare you for making the big decisions about software.
About the technology
A software engineering manager needs to be an amazing communicator, an effective decision maker, and a thoughtful mentor. Your success depends on your ability to evaluate and manage projects, motivate and lead your team, and coolly handle whatever crisis each new day brings. It’s a big transition, and this book will guide you every step of the way.
About the book
Think Like a Software Engineering Manager teaches you how to hire, train, and lead a successful development team. You’ll start with building and managing your team to maximize performance. You’ll then quickly progress to strategies for delivering large scale projects, cultivating excellence in your projects, and managing change. Author Akanksha Gupta’s battle stories and industry anecdotes from her work at Amazon, Audible, Robinhood, and Microsoft reveal how the experts handle the biggest engineering management challenges.
What's inside
People and performance management Hiring amazing engineers and handling attrition Collaborating with cross-functional partners Practice for success with insightful exercises
About the reader
For new and aspiring software engineering managers.
About the author
Akanksha Gupta is an engineering leader at Amazon AWS. She has served as an engineering manager at Robinhood, Audible, and Microsoft and passionately champions the cause of empowering women within the tech industry.
The technical editor on this book was Bruce Bergman.
Table of Contents
PART 1
1 Exploring the engineering manager role
2 Individual contributor to engineering manager
3 Managing people, teams, and yourself
4 Managing performance
5 Learn to let go
6 Rewards and recognition
7 Hiring
8 Handling attrition
PART 2
9 Working with cross-functional partners
10 Project management, execution, and delivery
Most development teams are only as good as their leader. In this practical guide, you’ll explore all aspects of the software engineering manager’s job, from operational practices to the core skills of handling humans.
Think Like a Software Engineering Manager is full of all the skills you’ll need to thrive in software leadership,
People and performance management Empathy and feedback Delegation and learning to let go Hiring amazing engineers and handling attrition Collaborating with cross-functional partners Managing expectations at all levels Implementing engineering and operational excellence Time and organizational change management
Experienced team leader Akanksha Gupta helps you explore whether software engineering management is the right move for your career, guides you through preparing for the position, and gives you all the tools you need to thrive in the role. Thought-provoking exercises help you apply what you learn to your daily professional life, and prepare you for making the big decisions about software.
About the technology
A software engineering manager needs to be an amazing communicator, an effective decision maker, and a thoughtful mentor. Your success depends on your ability to evaluate and manage projects, motivate and lead your team, and coolly handle whatever crisis each new day brings. It’s a big transition, and this book will guide you every step of the way.
About the book
Think Like a Software Engineering Manager teaches you how to hire, train, and lead a successful development team. You’ll start with building and managing your team to maximize performance. You’ll then quickly progress to strategies for delivering large scale projects, cultivating excellence in your projects, and managing change. Author Akanksha Gupta’s battle stories and industry anecdotes from her work at Amazon, Audible, Robinhood, and Microsoft reveal how the experts handle the biggest engineering management challenges.
What's inside
People and performance management Hiring amazing engineers and handling attrition Collaborating with cross-functional partners Practice for success with insightful exercises
About the reader
For new and aspiring software engineering managers.
About the author
Akanksha Gupta is an engineering leader at Amazon AWS. She has served as an engineering manager at Robinhood, Audible, and Microsoft and passionately champions the cause of empowering women within the tech industry.
The technical editor on this book was Bruce Bergman.
Table of Contents
PART 1
1 Exploring the engineering manager role
2 Individual contributor to engineering manager
3 Managing people, teams, and yourself
4 Managing performance
5 Learn to let go
6 Rewards and recognition
7 Hiring
8 Handling attrition
PART 2
9 Working with cross-functional partners
10 Project management, execution, and delivery
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351 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 6, 2024
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August 22, 2024
Akanksha take the readers through a journey offering a comprehensive guide for software professionals looking to transition into managerial roles. The book provides insights on moving from an individual contributor to a managerial position, with a focus on honing the skills necessary to lead a successful software development team. The book includes real-world stories from renowned leaders in top companies which adds depth and richness to the best practices outlined in it.
Readers will benefit from the practical advice and well-tested framework, which covers essential aspects of the software engineering manager's role. From operational practices throughout the software development lifecycle to handling the human side of leadership, the book offers a holistic approach to leadership development.
The book also emphasizes the importance of being an effective communicator, decision-maker, mentor, and technical expert as a software engineering manager. By highlighting the three pillars of software leadership—people, product, and process—the book equips readers with the tools they need to thrive in leadership roles.
In summary I would say the book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to unlock their full potential as a leader in the software industry. Akanksha's practical advice, coupled with insightful anecdotes and exercises, make this book essential and joyful, with a fresh writing style a reading for aspiring software engineering managers.
Definitely recommended
Readers will benefit from the practical advice and well-tested framework, which covers essential aspects of the software engineering manager's role. From operational practices throughout the software development lifecycle to handling the human side of leadership, the book offers a holistic approach to leadership development.
The book also emphasizes the importance of being an effective communicator, decision-maker, mentor, and technical expert as a software engineering manager. By highlighting the three pillars of software leadership—people, product, and process—the book equips readers with the tools they need to thrive in leadership roles.
In summary I would say the book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to unlock their full potential as a leader in the software industry. Akanksha's practical advice, coupled with insightful anecdotes and exercises, make this book essential and joyful, with a fresh writing style a reading for aspiring software engineering managers.
Definitely recommended
August 16, 2024
"Think Like a Software Engineering Manager" serves as an essential guide for both aspiring managers in the tech industry and those already holding the reins.
This book offers a wealth of practical insights and relatable examples that bridge the gap between theory and real-world application. What stands out is the author's ability to articulate complex management dilemmas in an engaging and educational manner.
Whether you're aiming to step into a management role or seeking to enhance your current practices, this book offers a clear pathway to understanding the intricacies of managing software engineering teams effectively.
This book offers a wealth of practical insights and relatable examples that bridge the gap between theory and real-world application. What stands out is the author's ability to articulate complex management dilemmas in an engaging and educational manner.
Whether you're aiming to step into a management role or seeking to enhance your current practices, this book offers a clear pathway to understanding the intricacies of managing software engineering teams effectively.
May 23, 2024
I really enjoyed reading this book, it was point, contained lots of references and ideas from books that I've also read and added a few more to my reading list.
Especially the part of your own ongoing development really matches my personal style.
Especially the part of your own ongoing development really matches my personal style.
August 17, 2024
I enjoyed reading this book. It bridges the gap between technical expertise and effective leadership. I highly recommend it to anyone in a managerial role in software engineering or indeed looking to transition to such a role.
August 15, 2024
Great book and a joy to read.
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