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In going from dev to manager, I'd say: Knowing salaries - good Respect/status/more say in the org - good Chance to mentor and help your staff - good Having

by dpweb 10y ago

In going from dev to manager, I'd say: Knowing salaries - good Respect/status/more say in the org - good Chance to mentor and help your staff - good Having to field complaints about your staff - not so good Firing people - not so good The different skillsets you use - varies I think, some technical people don't like the managerial tasks

greenyoda 10y ago
I'd agree with this assessment. I went from being a developer to being a manager for several years, then went back to being a developer because it was burning me out (and what I really enjoyed was being a developer). Other things I'd add: Sitting in lots of meetings - not so good. Having to shield your staff from bureaucratic bullshit so they can get their work done - not so good. Being responsible for the work output of an entire team of people, not just yourself - stressful.
- atdt 10y ago
  If you don't mind me asking, did you go back to being a developer by changing your workplace, or were you able to transition back within the same organization?
  - greenyoda 10y ago
    I stayed at the same company, taking over the job of a developer who had left.