September 2023
Beginner to intermediate
278 pages
8h 24m
English
Overview
The "Engineering Manager's Handbook" is your actionable guide to excelling as an engineering manager in software development. Through real-world strategies and practical advice, you'll learn how to build high-performing teams, balance management with technical work, and lead successfully in various organizational settings.
What this Book will help me do
- Avoid common pitfalls faced by new engineering managers by understanding their root causes.
- Develop trust and authority with your team through actionable leadership strategies.
- Build and maintain high-performing, world-class engineering teams aligned with business goals.
- Enhance team retention and professional growth using insightful management techniques.
- Implement mechanisms to prevent costly project missteps and foster effective product outcomes.
Author(s)
Morgan Evans is a seasoned engineering leader with over a decade of experience managing software developers and technical teams. With a background in hands-on software development and a passion for leadership, Morgan has successfully built cohesive engineering teams in diverse environments. Through this book, Morgan shares practical advice aimed at empowering engineering managers to succeed.
Who is it for?
This book is ideal for software engineers and developers transitioning to management, or newly promoted engineering managers learning the ins and outs of leadership. Experienced managers seeking refined strategies will also find this guide valuable. A basic understanding of software development processes is expected.
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