Geek's Guide to Leading Teams

Discover practical tips for leading technical teams in this 51-minute conference talk from Devoxx. Explore the most challenging aspects of software development, focusing on people issues rather than technical challenges. Learn about the importance of tech leads, their effectiveness, and whether they need to code. Delve into topics such as code base structure, strength signing, diversity, and leadership responsibilities. Understand the concepts of maximizer and multiplier roles, dealing with bad apples, situational leadership, and the Tuchman Model. Gain insights from Patrick Kua, a Principal Technical Consultant at ThoughtWorks, as he shares his expertise on building effective software teams and uncovering the secret skills behind successful technical leadership.

Introduction
Why do we need a tech lead
Is your tech lead effective
Do tech leaders need to code
Code base structure
Strength Signer
Diversity
Your responsibility
Maximizer and multiplier
Bad apples
Situational leadership
Tuchman Model
Questions