The Successful Software Manager

A developer's guide to successfully managing teams customers and software projectsKey FeaturesA complete guide to managing developer teams software projects customers and usersTransition successfully from a technical role to managementDevelop crucial skills to enhance your performance and advance your careerBook DescriptionThe Successful Software Manager is a comprehensive and practical guide to managing software developers software customers and the process of deciding what software needs to be built. It explains in detail how to develop a management mindset lead a high-performing developer team and meet all the expectations of a good manager.The book will help you whether you’ve chosen to pursue a career in management or have been asked to "act up" as a manager. Whether you’re a Development Manager Product Manager Team Leader Solution Architect or IT Director this is your indispensable guide to all aspects of running your team and working within an organization and dealing with colleagues customers potential customers and technologists to ensure you build the product your organization needs.This book is the must-have authoritative guide to managing projects managing people and preparing yourself to be an effective manager. The intuitive real-life examples will act as a desk companion for any day-to-day challenge and beyond that Herman will show you how to prepare for the next stages and how to achieve career success.What you will learnDecide if moving to management is right for youDevelop the skills required for managementLead and manage successful software development projectsUnderstand the various roles in a technical team and how to manage themMotivate and mentor your teamDeliver successful training and presentationsLead the design process with storyboards and personas and validate your solutionWho this book is forDevelopment Managers Product Managers Team Leaders Solution Architects or IT Directors who want to effectively manage colleagues customers potential customers and technologists. About the Author Herman Fung is an internationally experienced IT manager with hands-on knowledge across the software development life cycle and service management framework. He began his career as a tester and developer with several top-tier IT consultancies as well as market-leading companies in industry and in government. Since his transition from software developer to manager Herman has led global teams and managed notable projects in a variety of sectors including the first implementation of an open source human resources system with the Ministry of Health in Malawi.