My article about non-coding managers made sense. That article referred to my experience working with a tech manager who simply didn’t code (or do much of anything else, frankly).
That isn’t my only poor experience working with managers in my software development career. This particular article covers my experience working with a manager who did code with a passion.
Yet they were still rubbish.
Here is what happened
Taking on a new leader
I used to work for a startup. That particular firm prized its nice culture, which they seemed to think made up, for them paying below-market salaries.
When our tech manager left, the salary inhibited the recruitment of a replacement. The solution?
Get in anyone.
Since the quality might not be there, do not confirm this appointment with the team.