CTOs should absolutely be technical, be able to solve problems, be able to code, and participate as necessary. In addition, CTOs need to do "C suite stuff", whi

CTOs should absolutely be technical, be able to solve problems, be able to code, and participate as necessary. In addition, CTOs need to do "C suite stuff", which is nearly all non-technical skills: planning, budgeting, communicating, continuous re-estimating, conducting personal meetings to develop relationships, reviews, resolving conflict between employees, selling the mission of the company, selling the mission of the department, and a whole host of other leadership skills.