It is no secret to anyone that making the transition from software developer to leadership roles implies getting more responsibilities and thus developing a new skill set.

Besides having a technical and general vision of the system, engineering leaders are also responsible for aligning their teams and ensuring their growth and well-being.

However, this transition can be quite challenging, mainly because you don't know what the role really entails, or because developing these skills can take a long time if you don't have the right support.

So, in this talk, you will learn:

- What being an engineering leader really means, and the key skills and processes you need to master in order to succeed in the role.
- The 4 most common obstacles faced in the transition and how to overcome them, plus some tips & tricks to shine from day 1, based on my experience helping +300 engineers become successful managers.