Engineering Manager Notes
Unlocking project predictability and empowering your engineering teams requires a right planning methods. This post dives deep into the Critical Path Method, a powerful concept that transforms how we manage projects, prioritize tasks, and achieve our delivery goals. As engineering managers and developers, we’re constantly navigating the complexities of project delivery. We strive for efficiency,…
In our world of engineering management, a big question arises: “What is the best reward for an Engineering Manager?” People have many different answers to this. For me, the best reward is seeing my team grow and do well on their own. Think about a day at work when your team is full of energy and ideas. They solve problems quickly and work well together. And you? You’re helping them succeed and…
Effective communication is pivotal in engineering management. This blog aims to dissect the intricacies of written communication, offering insights and practical tools to enhance your interactions. While I’m no Shakespeare, writing gives me a sense of clarity. It’s a medium where I can truly articulate my thoughts and share knowledge. But let’s face it, written communication has its challenges—no…
Imagine a skilled craftsman meticulously building a wooden chair. The finished chair, sturdy and polished, is the output. But if nobody finds the chair comfortable, the intended outcome, a satisfying seating experience, is not achieved. This simple example from carpentry resonates deeply with the complex world of software engineering. Have you ever heard of o Software Engineer who does not like to…
When I started my career as a software engineer, I didn’t have any map or list of skills that are necessary to succeed. I’ve spent too much time on unimportant stuff, a far too little on crucial things. If you know at least something about software development - you can create web service in Django, or build microservice in Spring, crate some machine learning model, or write Spark Job - and you…
According to The National Library of Poland research , only 10% of Poles read at least 7 books per year. I know that we are not reading a lot, and it was no surprise for me. Conversely, this fact motivated me to investigate to do some health-check about my reading. The challenge At the beginning of 2019, I thought that I read approximately about 10 books a year, but I wasn’t sure. My regular peace…
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