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What is a lead developer? A leader amongst their peers
A lead developer will still get their hands dirty in the codebase, but needs to know how to hire, lead, and talk to management.
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How to be an ethical engineering leader
Doing the right thing isn’t always easy. Here are eight ways to help prioritize being an ethical engineering leader.
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Demystifying managing managers
Transitioning from a manager to a manager of managers is harder than it looks. Here are some common misconceptions about making the step up in your engineering career.
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4 hiring trends engineering managers can’t ignore in 2023
Has the bubble finally burst? Here are four hiring trends engineering managers should be aware of as we move into 2023.
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The best of LeadDev 2022
We published more than 240 articles this year from a diverse range of voices to help you become better engineering leaders. Here’s our pick of the ten you must read as we turn into 2023.
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What makes an effective software engineer?
Being a good software engineer is not necessarily the same as being an effective one. Here, Google’s Addy Osmani identifies the ten key traits of effective software engineers.
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LeadDev editor’s picks: January 2023
From leading through an economic downturn, to embracing risk, here are the five articles you absolutely need to read from December on LeadDev.
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What is a CTO? Job description, responsibilities, and salary expectations
The chief technology officer is the top of the software engineering career ladder, but there are many routes to reaching the position. Here are the expectations for the role, how to get there, and what you could earn.
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5 lessons for new senior engineering managers
Managing managers for the first time? Congratulations! Here’s what you need to know next.
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Keep your digital ops thriving through 2023 uncertainty
Automation and closer collaboration with customer service teams can help your organization absorb any new shocks 2023 brings.